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All of our resources for women, to help Christian women engage with the Bible, meet with God and live out their lives to the fullest.
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This book provides a scripturally-themed and practical guide to help us improve our prayer lives. It uses twelve different prayer topics: Encounter, Worship, Listening, Stillness, Action, Intercession, Strategy, Restoration, Voice and body, Scripture, Warfare, and Resilience, each with a dedicated chapter in a practicable format for both individual and groups. Readers will be enriched by many or all of these chapters. Two phrases stand out: ‘Stop trying to make yourself a different shape when you pray’, a theme mirrored in the chapter on resilience; and ‘Remember he made you just the way you are. He doesn’t want you to emulate someone else’s prayer rhythm’. Another phrase, ‘Let prayer permeate everything we do’, echoes Paul’s striking exhortation to ‘Pray continually’ (1 Thessalonians 5: 17) – an exhortation which should mould our communication and strengthen our personal relationship with God. 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Over 12 chapters she covers a wide variety of types of prayer and methods of praying in a straightforward yet very profound way, with practical examples and personal testimony to support the ‘theory’. Her aim is to encourage us, wherever we are on our prayer journey, to keep going, to persevere, knowing that no matter how short or long, how eloquent or stuttering, every prayer is valuable and every prayer is heard and appreciated by Father God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one who constantly deals with the challenge of creating space to pray in the busyness of life and often uses ‘arrow prayers’, I particularly appreciated Chapter 7 on Strategy, but there are many other ‘nuggets of gold’ to be unearthed in Lyndall’s book. 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She is married to Phil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader, Autumn 2019. Review by Richard Appleton\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChristian lives are about relationships – with neighbours, friends, family and God. Healthy relationships demand healthy communication. Our route of communication with God is with prayer, both structured and spontaneous. As with any genre of communication, prayer is not always easy, and guidance is often needed. This book provides a scripturally-themed and practical guide to help us improve our prayer lives. It uses twelve different prayer topics: Encounter, Worship, Listening, Stillness, Action, Intercession, Strategy, Restoration, Voice and body, Scripture, Warfare, and Resilience, each with a dedicated chapter in a practicable format for both individual and groups. Readers will be enriched by many or all of these chapters. Two phrases stand out: ‘Stop trying to make yourself a different shape when you pray’, a theme mirrored in the chapter on resilience; and ‘Remember he made you just the way you are. He doesn’t want you to emulate someone else’s prayer rhythm’. Another phrase, ‘Let prayer permeate everything we do’, echoes Paul’s striking exhortation to ‘Pray continually’ (1 Thessalonians 5: 17) – an exhortation which should mould our communication and strengthen our personal relationship with God. This book will help us achieve this, but only with God’s grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Richard Appleton\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e___________________________________________\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Alistair Barton, Director of Pray for Scotland\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have read my fair share of books on prayer – about ways of praying, the power of prayer, answers to prayer, praise and prayer – and more. When I started reading Lyndall’s new book I did wonder if I would find anything new, so I was intrigued by Roy Searle’s introduction, and in particular this comment: 'B\u003cem\u003eut if you are looking for a practical and encouraging book on how we might pray, this book will be very helpful.'\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m pleased to say Lyndall’s book lives up to Roy’s description. Over 12 chapters she covers a wide variety of types of prayer and methods of praying in a straightforward yet very profound way, with practical examples and personal testimony to support the ‘theory’. Her aim is to encourage us, wherever we are on our prayer journey, to keep going, to persevere, knowing that no matter how short or long, how eloquent or stuttering, every prayer is valuable and every prayer is heard and appreciated by Father God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one who constantly deals with the challenge of creating space to pray in the busyness of life and often uses ‘arrow prayers’, I particularly appreciated Chapter 7 on Strategy, but there are many other ‘nuggets of gold’ to be unearthed in Lyndall’s book. I encourage you to go prospecting and find your own in its pages!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Alistair Barton, Director, Prayer for Scotland \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e_______________________________________________________________\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Jani Rubery, Trustee of 24-7 Prayer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those interested in how to go deeper in prayer, this book will build confidence and excitement about the possibility of what can be achieved through prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your aim is to be an instrument of prayer, that helps transform, rebuild and reform our world, nation, communities, churches and families - then this is the book for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrayer in the Making\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eis like being given a DIY toolkit for helping us create a more effective and fulfilling prayer life. For some, the tools will be familiar but the methods outlined in the book will help you to use them in ways which are possibly new, innovative and grounded. For those who may be somewhat familiar with the tools, but have not known how to use them, then Lyndall's insights will help you explore and experiment in order to become more comfortable using different ways of praying personally as well as corporately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI highly recommend\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrayer in the Making\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor use as an individual, small group or wider church community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Jani Rubery, Trustee of 24-7 Prayer, executive coach and spiritual mentor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehave known Lyndall for years through Connecting the Isles and always appreciated her clarity of thought and expression. I wouldn't normally rush to buy or read a book on prayer. However, having read this one I find myself both encouraged and inspired. I really appreciated the practical aids that are found in every chapter and the sense of grounded reality. I liked it a lot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDaphne Godwin, The Ffald-y-Brenin Trust\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI am delighted to endorse Lyndall Bywater's book, Prayer in the Making. Lyndall lives and practices what she preaches; the messenger incarnates the message.\u003cbr\u003eSo many books about prayer lead to a confusion regarding what our personal prayer life is supposed to look like. Condemnation quickly weighs on our hearts. But here, Lyndall writes from the heart about relationship, not performance. Love, not law. Grace to be ourselves and enter into the discovery of how and where God might meet us in our own personal, unique way. Acceptance by Jesus beats failure and condemnation any day. Read this book and enjoy being a Life in the Making.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRoy Godwin Executive Director, The Ffald-y-Brenin Trust\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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We could hear people talking and laughing on the other side, but their voices were too muffled to hear what was being said. Often, when the laughter rose, we wished we could hear clearly and join in! But that was only possible on the occasions when the door was opened.\u003cbr\u003eIt is through reading God's word that we hear his voice but, for most of us, his voice is sometimes a bit muffled and we wish we could hear him better and join in with him more. Our contributors, who prayerfully write these notes, want to help 'open the door' so that we will encounter him more fully and share with him the laughter and the laments of our daily life. With each reading, we also need to open the door of our hearts to him and be ready to receive what he has for us that day.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAli:\u003c\/strong\u003e As we head into the (hopefully sunny) summer months, it might seem strange to begin with Chris Leonard looking at the topic of lament in the Psalms. However, the psalms are nothing if not real. While they hit the heights of praise, worship and joy, they are never afraid to tackle the darker side of life - the despair, anxiety and difficulties that we all face at times. They remind us that, when life is difficult, God is still in control and God still surrounds us, no matter the circumstance.\u003cbr\u003eWe are really pleased to introduce a new contributor, Caroline Fletcher, who explores the parables Jesus tells in Matthew 13. I once heard a parable described as a story that keeps you entertained at the front door while the truth sneaks in through the back window! So, whether or not you are familiar with fishing with nets, baking bread or sowing seed - or burying your money in the ground - there are profound truths hidden in these stories, offering insights into how God works and opportunities to catch a glimpse of his kingly rule on earth.\u003cbr\u003eAs we open the door to the scriptures this season, we pray, along with Michele D. 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They have three young grandchildren and Chris remains busy leading creative writing courses and holidays. She has had a total of 21 books published.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristine Platt\u003c\/strong\u003e lives in New Zealand and enjoys the freedom and opportunities that retirement brings. As well as encouraging mission in her church, she also teaches English to Chinese people locally and to young people in East Timor.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheila Jacobs\u003c\/strong\u003e is a writer, an editor and an award-winning author. She lives in rural north Essex, attends an Elim church, where she serves as a deacon, and is a day chaplain at a retreat centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClaire Musters\u003c\/strong\u003e is a speaker, a writer and an editor with a passion to see people reach their full potential in God. She has written many books, including Taking Off the Mask (Authentic Media, 2017). 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But that was only possible on the occasions when the door was opened.\u003cbr\u003eIt is through reading God's word that we hear his voice but, for most of us, his voice is sometimes a bit muffled and we wish we could hear him better and join in with him more. Our contributors, who prayerfully write these notes, want to help 'open the door' so that we will encounter him more fully and share with him the laughter and the laments of our daily life. With each reading, we also need to open the door of our hearts to him and be ready to receive what he has for us that day.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAli:\u003c\/strong\u003e As we head into the (hopefully sunny) summer months, it might seem strange to begin with Chris Leonard looking at the topic of lament in the Psalms. However, the psalms are nothing if not real. 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Morrison, in her notes on hearing God's voice, that we will be encouraged to listen expectantly, alert to his voice and enjoying his presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJill Rattle and Ali Herbert\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003eIn this issue:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePsalms of lament and thanksgiving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eChris Leonard\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn's good news reveals Jesus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eChristine Platt\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA handful of kings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSheila Jacobs\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe church is born: Acts 1-12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eClaire Musters\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHearing God's voice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMichele D. 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They have three young grandchildren and Chris remains busy leading creative writing courses and holidays. She has had a total of 21 books published.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristine Platt\u003c\/strong\u003e lives in New Zealand and enjoys the freedom and opportunities that retirement brings. As well as encouraging mission in her church, she also teaches English to Chinese people locally and to young people in East Timor.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheila Jacobs\u003c\/strong\u003e is a writer, an editor and an award-winning author. She lives in rural north Essex, attends an Elim church, where she serves as a deacon, and is a day chaplain at a retreat centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClaire Musters\u003c\/strong\u003e is a speaker, a writer and an editor with a passion to see people reach their full potential in God. She has written many books, including Taking Off the Mask (Authentic Media, 2017). Find out more at clairemusters.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichele D. Morrison\u003c\/strong\u003e and her husband Don are working on their bucket list, babysitting their grandchildren and aiding her nonagenarian mother. Michele also edits the church magazine, writing and blogging at tearsamidthealiencorn.blogspot.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSara Batts\u003c\/strong\u003e was previously a specialist librarian and is now a priest in the Diocese of Chelmsford. She lives with a dog and hosts a cat.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiona Barnard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a TEFL\/ESOL teacher and staff member of Friends International. She works with international students, encouraging local Christians to reach out in friendship and evangelism to make disciples. 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{"id":2439827619940,"title":"Retired and Inspired: Making the most of our latter years","handle":"retired-and-inspired-making-the-most-of-our-latter-years","description":"\u003cp\u003eAttitudes to retirement vary, and in this book Wendy Billington draws on her pastoral skills and life experience to ask the question: what is a Christian view of retirement? If we believe that life is a gift from God, should we not be viewing retirement as part of an integrated whole and see our latter years as part of God's plan? This book is intended for all to read: individuals preparing for retirement and in their retirement years as well as their families, friends, befrienders, carers and professionals. Written in two sections, 'Uprooting the weeds' and 'Sowing the seeds', it includes questions for group discussion at the end of each chapter, followed by a meditative thought for the day and a closing prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWendy Billington is Pastoral Assistant Emeritus in the diocese of Rochester, having served many years as a key pastoral worker at St Nicholas Church, Sevenoaks. She now uses her wide experience, skills and knowledge leading training courses and in one-to-one pastoral support. She is trustee of Sevenoaks Counselling Service and the author of Growing a Caring Church: Practical guidelines for pastoral care (BRF, 2010) and I'm Fine: Removing masks and growing into wholeness (BRF, 2013).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChurch Times review 20.9.19 Review by Anne Spalding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetirement may or may not be planned. But, sooner or later, we are likely to face losses of what we used to do and of people who are important to us. Wendy Billington draws on her pastoral experience to explore both the challenges and the opportunities of these years. She illustrates this through the story of a fictional ‘Jim’ which runs alongside other reflections in the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two sections: ‘Clearing the Weeds’, which addresses common difficulties, and ‘Sowing the Seeds’, which gives a range of possibilities. ‘Clearing the Weeds’ includes facing loss, facing our fears, and healing the memories as the changes of later years may bring to the surface wounds thought to be long past. She recognises that body, mind, emotions and spirit all play a part in living these years well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second section is the book’s core. In it, Billington argues that retired people can still offer much, in particular through learning to listen well. She encourages looking for opportunities and recognising gifts, especially gifts that may have been in the background until now. She is also realistic about the continuing changes that come with older age. Her chapter on relationships is almost at the end. I was sorry it came so late: from my own experience, relationships become increasingly important as other aspects of life diminish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelpfully, each chapter ends with questions for group discussion, questions for personal reflection, and a thought for the day on a fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, and so on). I would recommend discussion on the book’s themes, as I found that I had quite a few questions about how they would work out in other contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNevertheless, Billington offers a useful overview of many aspects of later life, giving a good place to start reflecting and talking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDr Anne Spalding is a member of the Third Order of the Society of St Francis, and lives in Suffolk\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Dr Caroline Berry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title and sub-title of this book should alert anyone on the verge of retirement. As life expectancy increases there may be decades rather than years of life left to live and Christians need inspiration in order to use them well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book starts by facing the realities that accompany our getting older: retirement is not always a series of golden days. Early chapters outline obstacles that may have to be faced and difficult issues are not side-stepped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurprisingly, bereavement is faced first; it may come suddenly or with time for preparation, but either way it has a huge impact and brings the need for major rethinking of so much previously taken for granted. Important questions are raised on the understanding that they should be addressed now rather than pushed under the carpet as not being necessary ‘just yet’. These difficult topics are discussed sensitively and practically with down to earth suggestions for dealing with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother chapter outlines the fears that often arise in retirement: anxiety about ill-health, loss of independence and concerns about financial security. Any or all of these may become burdensome and lead into a spiral of depression or withdrawal. With more time to dwell on them, memories of difficult past life events may become intrusive and burdensome. All these and other potential problems are discussed with helpful proposals and frequent mention of the part a supportive church can play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoving on to more positive aspects there are chapters on the importance of finding new roles with opportunities for service as well as the chance to develop talents long forgotten or never previously recognised. Learning to listen in order to become better able to support others could be a steppingstone to new worlds and the gift of time can lead to the satisfaction of building better relationships with family and friends. One minor omission is any discussion of the major contribution to childcare made by many of today’s grandparents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough all these varying chapters run some consistent threads. As we read, we open up little episodes in the life of ‘Jim’, the author’s creation based on long experience and close observation. Struggling with the loss of his wife when we first meet him, Jim is gradually helped towards a better life and frame of mind as the book progresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author often shares relevant episodes from her own life story to illustrate particular points. The importance of the Christian community is a constant theme, sometimes as an opportunity for service, sometimes as a source of support and comfort. The need for sensitivity is stressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter includes a few short questions for reflection and discussion so the book could be used by groups as well as individuals. Each chapter ends with a ‘Thought for the Day’ based on one of the fruits of the Spirit listed in Galatians 5:22-23.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a book that needs to be read and acted upon, but one warning: do not expect your pastor or vicar to show the same degree of self-sacrifice as Jim’s does!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Dr Caroline Berry\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremier Christianity Magazine, August 2019. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOut of her vast experience as a counsellor and pastoral worker, Wendy Billington has created the character of Jim to be the connecting thread between the chapters of this book. He is composed of the problems, fears and anxieties of all of us as we grow older. The author does not seek to give glib answers to issues such as self-doubt or the loss of loved ones, but rather deals with them in practical ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overarching theme of this book is: ‘Sowing seeds and producing fruit that will last in our latter years.’ It could be a great help to those preparing for retirement, those already retired and also for their friends, relatives or carers. Each chapter has questions for group discussion and other material for personal reflection. Firmly based in scripture and a Christian view of the value of every life, this book is well worth reading and sharing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Jean Watson, Sevenoaks Counselling Newsletter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver a cuppa in Waitrose I asked Wendy why she wrote this book. She replied that she enjoyed writing (she has already written two other books for BRF) and wanted to say something from her heart for retirees and those coming up to retirement age, as well as for their friends and families, carers and other professionals involved with older people.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe book reflects Wendy’s chatty style and friendly personality, her strong Christian faith, her personal experiences and her work in pastoral care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book looks attractive inside and out and the contents are well organised and easy to read.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first main section – clearing the weeds – gives practical suggestions and spiritual advice about processing any past issues and memories which might sabotage future wellbeing and growth which is the focus of the second section. Again practical suggestions and spiritual advice go hand in hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe passionate message of the message of the book is that older people have a huge amount to offer and should not be written off or sidelined but encouraged to go on contributing, learning and growing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are many illustrations from life in the book and also a fictional character called Jim who pops up throughout and who is helped to process some very traumatic experiences and become a positive, contributing person again. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe biblical content would make the book more immediately attractive to people with some degree of Christian faith and knowledge, but the practical ideas and psychological insights could be helpful in their own right to others as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Angus MacLeay, Rector St Nicholas Church, Sevenoaks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWendy is a much valued member of St Nicholas Sevenoaks. For many years she served as a Pastoral Assistant and out of that experience she has developed all sorts of pastoral insights. This particular book should be a source of much encouragement to those in their retirement years. Through setting out a helpful scenario which is then developed in each chapter she is able to help us take note of a number of the key issues which we are likely to face during retirement. Each chapter is appropriately linked with a different aspect of the fruit of the Spirit highlighting the attractive nature of living wholeheartedly for Christ right to the end of our days. I trust as this book is read many will be helped in navigating their way through their latter years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Angus MacLeay, Rector St Nicholas Church, Sevenoaks\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:25:35+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:25:36+00:00","vendor":"Wendy Billington","type":"Paperback","tags":["Apr-19","Kindle","Retired and inspired"],"price":899,"price_min":899,"price_max":899,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21770218504292,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857467201","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Retired and Inspired: Making the most of our latter years - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":899,"weight":600,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857467201"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857467201-l.jpg?v=1549043117"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857467201-l.jpg?v=1549043117","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3238881853579,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.655,"height":650,"width":426,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857467201-l.jpg?v=1570098004"},"aspect_ratio":0.655,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857467201-l.jpg?v=1570098004","width":426}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eAttitudes to retirement vary, and in this book Wendy Billington draws on her pastoral skills and life experience to ask the question: what is a Christian view of retirement? If we believe that life is a gift from God, should we not be viewing retirement as part of an integrated whole and see our latter years as part of God's plan? This book is intended for all to read: individuals preparing for retirement and in their retirement years as well as their families, friends, befrienders, carers and professionals. Written in two sections, 'Uprooting the weeds' and 'Sowing the seeds', it includes questions for group discussion at the end of each chapter, followed by a meditative thought for the day and a closing prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWendy Billington is Pastoral Assistant Emeritus in the diocese of Rochester, having served many years as a key pastoral worker at St Nicholas Church, Sevenoaks. She now uses her wide experience, skills and knowledge leading training courses and in one-to-one pastoral support. She is trustee of Sevenoaks Counselling Service and the author of Growing a Caring Church: Practical guidelines for pastoral care (BRF, 2010) and I'm Fine: Removing masks and growing into wholeness (BRF, 2013).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChurch Times review 20.9.19 Review by Anne Spalding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetirement may or may not be planned. But, sooner or later, we are likely to face losses of what we used to do and of people who are important to us. Wendy Billington draws on her pastoral experience to explore both the challenges and the opportunities of these years. She illustrates this through the story of a fictional ‘Jim’ which runs alongside other reflections in the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two sections: ‘Clearing the Weeds’, which addresses common difficulties, and ‘Sowing the Seeds’, which gives a range of possibilities. ‘Clearing the Weeds’ includes facing loss, facing our fears, and healing the memories as the changes of later years may bring to the surface wounds thought to be long past. She recognises that body, mind, emotions and spirit all play a part in living these years well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second section is the book’s core. In it, Billington argues that retired people can still offer much, in particular through learning to listen well. She encourages looking for opportunities and recognising gifts, especially gifts that may have been in the background until now. She is also realistic about the continuing changes that come with older age. Her chapter on relationships is almost at the end. I was sorry it came so late: from my own experience, relationships become increasingly important as other aspects of life diminish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelpfully, each chapter ends with questions for group discussion, questions for personal reflection, and a thought for the day on a fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, and so on). I would recommend discussion on the book’s themes, as I found that I had quite a few questions about how they would work out in other contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNevertheless, Billington offers a useful overview of many aspects of later life, giving a good place to start reflecting and talking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDr Anne Spalding is a member of the Third Order of the Society of St Francis, and lives in Suffolk\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Dr Caroline Berry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title and sub-title of this book should alert anyone on the verge of retirement. As life expectancy increases there may be decades rather than years of life left to live and Christians need inspiration in order to use them well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book starts by facing the realities that accompany our getting older: retirement is not always a series of golden days. Early chapters outline obstacles that may have to be faced and difficult issues are not side-stepped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurprisingly, bereavement is faced first; it may come suddenly or with time for preparation, but either way it has a huge impact and brings the need for major rethinking of so much previously taken for granted. Important questions are raised on the understanding that they should be addressed now rather than pushed under the carpet as not being necessary ‘just yet’. These difficult topics are discussed sensitively and practically with down to earth suggestions for dealing with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother chapter outlines the fears that often arise in retirement: anxiety about ill-health, loss of independence and concerns about financial security. Any or all of these may become burdensome and lead into a spiral of depression or withdrawal. With more time to dwell on them, memories of difficult past life events may become intrusive and burdensome. All these and other potential problems are discussed with helpful proposals and frequent mention of the part a supportive church can play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoving on to more positive aspects there are chapters on the importance of finding new roles with opportunities for service as well as the chance to develop talents long forgotten or never previously recognised. Learning to listen in order to become better able to support others could be a steppingstone to new worlds and the gift of time can lead to the satisfaction of building better relationships with family and friends. One minor omission is any discussion of the major contribution to childcare made by many of today’s grandparents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough all these varying chapters run some consistent threads. As we read, we open up little episodes in the life of ‘Jim’, the author’s creation based on long experience and close observation. Struggling with the loss of his wife when we first meet him, Jim is gradually helped towards a better life and frame of mind as the book progresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author often shares relevant episodes from her own life story to illustrate particular points. The importance of the Christian community is a constant theme, sometimes as an opportunity for service, sometimes as a source of support and comfort. The need for sensitivity is stressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter includes a few short questions for reflection and discussion so the book could be used by groups as well as individuals. Each chapter ends with a ‘Thought for the Day’ based on one of the fruits of the Spirit listed in Galatians 5:22-23.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a book that needs to be read and acted upon, but one warning: do not expect your pastor or vicar to show the same degree of self-sacrifice as Jim’s does!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Dr Caroline Berry\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremier Christianity Magazine, August 2019. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOut of her vast experience as a counsellor and pastoral worker, Wendy Billington has created the character of Jim to be the connecting thread between the chapters of this book. He is composed of the problems, fears and anxieties of all of us as we grow older. The author does not seek to give glib answers to issues such as self-doubt or the loss of loved ones, but rather deals with them in practical ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overarching theme of this book is: ‘Sowing seeds and producing fruit that will last in our latter years.’ It could be a great help to those preparing for retirement, those already retired and also for their friends, relatives or carers. Each chapter has questions for group discussion and other material for personal reflection. Firmly based in scripture and a Christian view of the value of every life, this book is well worth reading and sharing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Jean Watson, Sevenoaks Counselling Newsletter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver a cuppa in Waitrose I asked Wendy why she wrote this book. She replied that she enjoyed writing (she has already written two other books for BRF) and wanted to say something from her heart for retirees and those coming up to retirement age, as well as for their friends and families, carers and other professionals involved with older people.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe book reflects Wendy’s chatty style and friendly personality, her strong Christian faith, her personal experiences and her work in pastoral care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book looks attractive inside and out and the contents are well organised and easy to read.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first main section – clearing the weeds – gives practical suggestions and spiritual advice about processing any past issues and memories which might sabotage future wellbeing and growth which is the focus of the second section. Again practical suggestions and spiritual advice go hand in hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe passionate message of the message of the book is that older people have a huge amount to offer and should not be written off or sidelined but encouraged to go on contributing, learning and growing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are many illustrations from life in the book and also a fictional character called Jim who pops up throughout and who is helped to process some very traumatic experiences and become a positive, contributing person again. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe biblical content would make the book more immediately attractive to people with some degree of Christian faith and knowledge, but the practical ideas and psychological insights could be helpful in their own right to others as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Angus MacLeay, Rector St Nicholas Church, Sevenoaks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWendy is a much valued member of St Nicholas Sevenoaks. For many years she served as a Pastoral Assistant and out of that experience she has developed all sorts of pastoral insights. This particular book should be a source of much encouragement to those in their retirement years. Through setting out a helpful scenario which is then developed in each chapter she is able to help us take note of a number of the key issues which we are likely to face during retirement. Each chapter is appropriately linked with a different aspect of the fruit of the Spirit highlighting the attractive nature of living wholeheartedly for Christ right to the end of our days. I trust as this book is read many will be helped in navigating their way through their latter years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Angus MacLeay, Rector St Nicholas Church, Sevenoaks\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}
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{"id":2439827161188,"title":"Faithful Grandparents: Hope and love through the generations","handle":"faithful-grandparents-hope-and-love-through-the-generations","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere has never been a more important time to find meaningful and acceptable ways of passing on faith from one generation to the next. Part of this privilege and responsibility lies with grandparents who live authentic Christian lives. They can be the vital link between the gospel and the faith of a younger generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFaithful Grandparents\u003c\/em\u003e is a visionary call to an older generation to take the initiative with courage and wisdom, humour and prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreach, Spring 2020. Review by Alan Rashleigh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is more than an element of truth in the adage, ‘You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover.’ I was attracted to review this book because I am a grandparent with four grandchildren between the ages of 1 and 13. To be honest, I was expecting either a book which looked at the ideals of grandparenthood, where everything is hunky-dory and love abounds everywhere (a very creditable aim) or what to do (or not to do) to be the perfect grandparent. Being a realist, I wanted something between those two extremes, that was useful and practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book looks at relationships between grandparents, children and grandchildren – warts and all. There is seriousness: for example, the acrimonious breakdown of a marriage and grandchildren denied contact with grandparents, contrasting with the grandmother whose favourite activity was to camp in the attic with her grandchildren under a blue sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is humour: the mere thought of the author playing on a trampoline with her grandchildren who ‘shrieked with delight, deliberately throwing me off balance as I hurtled around.’ This is an image which should remind all grandparents of the need to recognise their physical abilities are more restricted than those of their grandchildren!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book draws attention to the responsibility of grandparents to pass on Christian values and ethics, to live Christian lives and to impart the Gospel message to their grandchildren, to be a constant in a world of disbelief. As parents are often working full time, this gives a fantastic opportunity to influence the lives of children for the good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a well-researched, well-written book, full of wisdom, practical advice and helpful hints, balanced with biblical references and relevant quotes from people such as CS Lewis, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Timothy Keller and many others including Jo Swinney.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany may consider the book a bit of a hotch-potch or disjointed, but that is part of its charm, and a way to encourage readers to read more which they reflect on their own relationships with their grandchildren. Well worth reading!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Alan Rashleigh\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChurch Times 27.09.19. Review by Dennis Richards \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis entertaining and challenging volume is written by a Christian grandparent for other grandparents. Its purpose is clearly defined. It is primarily intended to help grandparents who wish to hand on the baton of faith to a younger generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is unashamedly biblical, and the writer freely acknowledges her Evangelical roots. But do not be misled. Anita Cleverly has lived a rich and interesting life. There is an avowedly ecumenical flavour to her life’s history, and one is left very much with the impression that her story still has chapters to be written.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf her 35 years in church ministry, in various guises, ten of them were spent in inner-city Paris, and it shows. She has clearly come under the influence of some great Catholic theologians, and speaks warmly of her Jesuit friends in Oxford. As she says, ‘My own church history has taken me through “Label Land”.’ She finds herself increasingly exploring the contemplative tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost important in a volume of this nature, the author is very aware of the speed of change in contemporary culture. The internet has changed everything. Individualism and relativism are today fundamental to the teenagers’ creed. She is well aware that grandparents today may face the prospect of a blended family, or a gay marriage and transgender discussion. She is very sure that ‘unconditional love’ defines what should be ‘on the tin’ for Christian grandparents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven the vocabulary has changed, as I know to my cost. Writing this review as a grandfather of six, I find myself being mocked, lost in bewilderment, and, at times, genuinely scared that I’ve totally lost the plot. Pathetically trying to join in a game of football, I am exhorted to ‘Stop flexing, Grandad!’ Far from being worried about my physical welfare, they are actually telling me to stop showing off. Blank incomprehension on my part. Hilarity all round on theirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author’s predicament was even worse. She climbed on the grandchildren’s trampoline. Bad mistake. All of which tells you that there is plenty to make you smile in her account of her own experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest of all, it is a volume that makes you think. What kind of grandparent am I? Formal? Fun-seeker? Surrogate parent? Reservoir of family wisdom? Distant? It is also reassuring. Some things haven’t changed. The definitions for example. Grandparent: so easy to operate, even a child can do it. Grandparent: breaks most of the rules and loves every second of it. I can live with that. Thanks Anita.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDennis Richards is a former head of St Aidan’s C of E High School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eevangelicals now October 2019. Review by Val Archer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the seismic cultural, moral, sexual and social upheaval in Britain today, the author’s call to the older generation of Christians to model courage, wisdom, faith and prayer is both timely and vital – not least in passing on the ‘faith once delivered’ to children generally – and one’s grandchildren especially. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnita Cleverly has a lifetime of experience as a Christian mother and grandmother and in family ministry, which she ransacks to great effect. She writes with a light touch, interweaving gospel truths and scriptural wisdom with a sharp understanding of the complex challenges facing Christian parents today. All in all it makes for both an enjoyable and stimulating read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the opening insightful chapter on ‘21\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e Century Grandparents’, she quotes \u003cem\u003eThe Daily Telegraph \u003c\/em\u003ecolumnist Allison Pearson, who has discovered that ‘two thirds of the nation’s grandparents – that’s 5 million people – now provide regular childcare for their grandchildren’. The contact time with grandchildren in Britain today is at a very different level than was generally the case with previous generations. After the parent-child relationship, grandparents usually provide the second most important emotional influence in a child’s life. The opportunity and need is immense. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the 11 chapters which follow, the whole landscape of grandparenting is explored and practical biblical wisdom and advice brought to bear on a whole raft of issues – the art of listening, storytelling the family history, seeking to reach the heart of the child with the gospel, the vital place and role of the church and church family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo chapters, one ‘A Grandparent’s Creed’ and the other ‘A Grandparent’s Prayers’, are outstanding and worth buying the book for. Taking the Apostles’ Creed and reflecting and meditating on each phrase in the context of the challenges facing children today in our oft-pernicious culture, is so helpful. Praying for and with grandchildren takes the focus to that which any Christian parent of grandparent wants for their offspring – that they grow to love and serve Christ all their days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAddressing some of the cultural, social and sexual changes in a chapter entitled ‘Shifting Tectonic Plates’ brings a rootedness and contemporary awareness that is much needed in Christian thinking today. Pointing out that it is not all ‘gloom and doom’, that many of the changes in society have been for the good, is a welcome corrective that recognises ‘common grace’ has not yet left town! At the same time the author goes on to provide a thoughtful critique of the blatantly anti-God agenda that is so prevalent. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light Charismatic influences and context from which the author writes mean that on occasion there are one or two things those in other traditions might not always go along with, or perhaps express in different ways. However, to major on these would be to lose the great benefit and blessing this delightful book provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Val Archer: conference speaker, mother of four and grandmother of seven. Member of both The King’s Church Chessington and The Globe Church London.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader, Autumn 2019. Review by Howard Rowe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is for Christian grandparents. Anita Cleverly writes of her own journey and approach as a grandparent, and covers the responsibilities of the grandparent’s role in the twenty-first century, together with the opportunities we have, and the limitations we are subject to. The chapters on sensitive listening, the wonder of the created world, Bible stories and children’s questions are well covered. There is an encouraging view of the church today, and valuable advice regarding the changing landscape of culture and today’s technology. The chapter I enjoyed most was the one on praying for and with our grandchildren. Anita Cleverly has written a book of authentic Christian wisdom and grace, sprinkled with real comments from real people, and pieces of practical advice, for ourselves as well as for our families. She writes with feeling about the difficulties of being a faithful grandparent as well as the joys. I commend it to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Howard Rowe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e___________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReform, May 2019. Review by Ruth Allen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is a gem. I read it quickly, because it is hard to put down, and I shall immediately read it again more slowly, to savour the wisdom that’s on every page. The title tells you what it’s about: encouragement for grandparents to share their faith with their grandchildren.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnita Cleverly is an experienced spiritual director and bereavement counsellor. Her sensitivity undergirds the wise words in every chapter. Never does she forget that we have our grandchildren on loan, and that discipline and criticism, however gently applied, are not our lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first two chapters of the book survey what grandparenting really is, in our time and culture, recognising the different situations that many grandparents find themselves in. Many grandparents are left with very limited opportunities to build the relationship which permit the sharing of faith stories. There are useful suggestions for grandparents who have little contact with their grandchildren to make the most of the possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral chapters help us to identify the essentials of our own faith, and ways in which they could be put over. One uses the Apostles’ Creed to help us focus. There are chapters on the Church and on the problems facing people of faith in an increasingly secular world, as well as one on the contentious issues facing Christians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubjects like human sexuality are dealt with gently and sensitively. We are encouraged never to pontificate but to accept our grandchildren’s choices with grace and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is full apposite quotations from the bible and other Christian writers. It is very easy to read, the writer having the wonderful gift of being able to speak apparently straight to the individual reader. There are anecdotes galore, both funny and sad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am genuinely looking forward to reading this a second time, and wholeheartedly commend it to any grandparent. 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Part of this privilege and responsibility lies with grandparents who live authentic Christian lives. They can be the vital link between the gospel and the faith of a younger generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFaithful Grandparents\u003c\/em\u003e is a visionary call to an older generation to take the initiative with courage and wisdom, humour and prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreach, Spring 2020. Review by Alan Rashleigh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is more than an element of truth in the adage, ‘You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover.’ I was attracted to review this book because I am a grandparent with four grandchildren between the ages of 1 and 13. To be honest, I was expecting either a book which looked at the ideals of grandparenthood, where everything is hunky-dory and love abounds everywhere (a very creditable aim) or what to do (or not to do) to be the perfect grandparent. Being a realist, I wanted something between those two extremes, that was useful and practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book looks at relationships between grandparents, children and grandchildren – warts and all. There is seriousness: for example, the acrimonious breakdown of a marriage and grandchildren denied contact with grandparents, contrasting with the grandmother whose favourite activity was to camp in the attic with her grandchildren under a blue sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is humour: the mere thought of the author playing on a trampoline with her grandchildren who ‘shrieked with delight, deliberately throwing me off balance as I hurtled around.’ This is an image which should remind all grandparents of the need to recognise their physical abilities are more restricted than those of their grandchildren!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book draws attention to the responsibility of grandparents to pass on Christian values and ethics, to live Christian lives and to impart the Gospel message to their grandchildren, to be a constant in a world of disbelief. As parents are often working full time, this gives a fantastic opportunity to influence the lives of children for the good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a well-researched, well-written book, full of wisdom, practical advice and helpful hints, balanced with biblical references and relevant quotes from people such as CS Lewis, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Timothy Keller and many others including Jo Swinney.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany may consider the book a bit of a hotch-potch or disjointed, but that is part of its charm, and a way to encourage readers to read more which they reflect on their own relationships with their grandchildren. Well worth reading!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Alan Rashleigh\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChurch Times 27.09.19. Review by Dennis Richards \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis entertaining and challenging volume is written by a Christian grandparent for other grandparents. Its purpose is clearly defined. It is primarily intended to help grandparents who wish to hand on the baton of faith to a younger generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is unashamedly biblical, and the writer freely acknowledges her Evangelical roots. But do not be misled. Anita Cleverly has lived a rich and interesting life. There is an avowedly ecumenical flavour to her life’s history, and one is left very much with the impression that her story still has chapters to be written.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf her 35 years in church ministry, in various guises, ten of them were spent in inner-city Paris, and it shows. She has clearly come under the influence of some great Catholic theologians, and speaks warmly of her Jesuit friends in Oxford. As she says, ‘My own church history has taken me through “Label Land”.’ She finds herself increasingly exploring the contemplative tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost important in a volume of this nature, the author is very aware of the speed of change in contemporary culture. The internet has changed everything. Individualism and relativism are today fundamental to the teenagers’ creed. She is well aware that grandparents today may face the prospect of a blended family, or a gay marriage and transgender discussion. She is very sure that ‘unconditional love’ defines what should be ‘on the tin’ for Christian grandparents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven the vocabulary has changed, as I know to my cost. Writing this review as a grandfather of six, I find myself being mocked, lost in bewilderment, and, at times, genuinely scared that I’ve totally lost the plot. Pathetically trying to join in a game of football, I am exhorted to ‘Stop flexing, Grandad!’ Far from being worried about my physical welfare, they are actually telling me to stop showing off. Blank incomprehension on my part. Hilarity all round on theirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author’s predicament was even worse. She climbed on the grandchildren’s trampoline. Bad mistake. All of which tells you that there is plenty to make you smile in her account of her own experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest of all, it is a volume that makes you think. What kind of grandparent am I? Formal? Fun-seeker? Surrogate parent? Reservoir of family wisdom? Distant? It is also reassuring. Some things haven’t changed. The definitions for example. Grandparent: so easy to operate, even a child can do it. Grandparent: breaks most of the rules and loves every second of it. I can live with that. Thanks Anita.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDennis Richards is a former head of St Aidan’s C of E High School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eevangelicals now October 2019. Review by Val Archer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the seismic cultural, moral, sexual and social upheaval in Britain today, the author’s call to the older generation of Christians to model courage, wisdom, faith and prayer is both timely and vital – not least in passing on the ‘faith once delivered’ to children generally – and one’s grandchildren especially. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnita Cleverly has a lifetime of experience as a Christian mother and grandmother and in family ministry, which she ransacks to great effect. She writes with a light touch, interweaving gospel truths and scriptural wisdom with a sharp understanding of the complex challenges facing Christian parents today. All in all it makes for both an enjoyable and stimulating read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the opening insightful chapter on ‘21\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e Century Grandparents’, she quotes \u003cem\u003eThe Daily Telegraph \u003c\/em\u003ecolumnist Allison Pearson, who has discovered that ‘two thirds of the nation’s grandparents – that’s 5 million people – now provide regular childcare for their grandchildren’. The contact time with grandchildren in Britain today is at a very different level than was generally the case with previous generations. After the parent-child relationship, grandparents usually provide the second most important emotional influence in a child’s life. The opportunity and need is immense. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the 11 chapters which follow, the whole landscape of grandparenting is explored and practical biblical wisdom and advice brought to bear on a whole raft of issues – the art of listening, storytelling the family history, seeking to reach the heart of the child with the gospel, the vital place and role of the church and church family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo chapters, one ‘A Grandparent’s Creed’ and the other ‘A Grandparent’s Prayers’, are outstanding and worth buying the book for. Taking the Apostles’ Creed and reflecting and meditating on each phrase in the context of the challenges facing children today in our oft-pernicious culture, is so helpful. Praying for and with grandchildren takes the focus to that which any Christian parent of grandparent wants for their offspring – that they grow to love and serve Christ all their days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAddressing some of the cultural, social and sexual changes in a chapter entitled ‘Shifting Tectonic Plates’ brings a rootedness and contemporary awareness that is much needed in Christian thinking today. Pointing out that it is not all ‘gloom and doom’, that many of the changes in society have been for the good, is a welcome corrective that recognises ‘common grace’ has not yet left town! At the same time the author goes on to provide a thoughtful critique of the blatantly anti-God agenda that is so prevalent. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light Charismatic influences and context from which the author writes mean that on occasion there are one or two things those in other traditions might not always go along with, or perhaps express in different ways. However, to major on these would be to lose the great benefit and blessing this delightful book provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Val Archer: conference speaker, mother of four and grandmother of seven. Member of both The King’s Church Chessington and The Globe Church London.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader, Autumn 2019. Review by Howard Rowe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is for Christian grandparents. Anita Cleverly writes of her own journey and approach as a grandparent, and covers the responsibilities of the grandparent’s role in the twenty-first century, together with the opportunities we have, and the limitations we are subject to. The chapters on sensitive listening, the wonder of the created world, Bible stories and children’s questions are well covered. There is an encouraging view of the church today, and valuable advice regarding the changing landscape of culture and today’s technology. The chapter I enjoyed most was the one on praying for and with our grandchildren. Anita Cleverly has written a book of authentic Christian wisdom and grace, sprinkled with real comments from real people, and pieces of practical advice, for ourselves as well as for our families. She writes with feeling about the difficulties of being a faithful grandparent as well as the joys. I commend it to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Howard Rowe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e___________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReform, May 2019. Review by Ruth Allen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is a gem. I read it quickly, because it is hard to put down, and I shall immediately read it again more slowly, to savour the wisdom that’s on every page. The title tells you what it’s about: encouragement for grandparents to share their faith with their grandchildren.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnita Cleverly is an experienced spiritual director and bereavement counsellor. Her sensitivity undergirds the wise words in every chapter. Never does she forget that we have our grandchildren on loan, and that discipline and criticism, however gently applied, are not our lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first two chapters of the book survey what grandparenting really is, in our time and culture, recognising the different situations that many grandparents find themselves in. Many grandparents are left with very limited opportunities to build the relationship which permit the sharing of faith stories. There are useful suggestions for grandparents who have little contact with their grandchildren to make the most of the possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral chapters help us to identify the essentials of our own faith, and ways in which they could be put over. One uses the Apostles’ Creed to help us focus. There are chapters on the Church and on the problems facing people of faith in an increasingly secular world, as well as one on the contentious issues facing Christians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubjects like human sexuality are dealt with gently and sensitively. We are encouraged never to pontificate but to accept our grandchildren’s choices with grace and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is full apposite quotations from the bible and other Christian writers. It is very easy to read, the writer having the wonderful gift of being able to speak apparently straight to the individual reader. There are anecdotes galore, both funny and sad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am genuinely looking forward to reading this a second time, and wholeheartedly commend it to any grandparent. Your grandchildren will be much blessed through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRuth Allen is \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ea retired United Reformed minister based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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Tried and tested, these ideas will enhance the praying of small groups, churches and individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaire Daniels' book not only offers us a wide variety of ways to engage with God, but opens up experiences that ignite our senses and help us step right into an enhanced understanding of God and of our journey with him.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Rachel Turner, Parenting for Faith Pioneer \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a book that is so needed in our word filled world!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Jane Holloway, World Prayer Centre, Birmingham\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaire Daniel is author of 80 Creative Prayer Ideas and Prayer Journey into Parenthood. She is passionate about encouraging others to use creative prayer methods and speaks at conferences and leads workshops on the subject of prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGodVenture blog: review by Victoria Beech, February 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for: people organising prayer in any group setting, including those wanting to inspire family prayers at home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest bit: Loads of simple, creative ideas for reflective prayer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorst bit: No pictures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instructions for the prayer activities are simple and easy to follow, and most activities need minimal resources, which is fab. If you're a church leader or childrens' worker or anyone who plans times of prayer for a group of people, the ideas in this book are simple and easy to do and, with a little preparation, you could create take-home versions to inspire family prayer at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI didn't feel the activities were age-limited, which is great, as it means they could be used in a toddler group or an all-age service, giving everyone a way of connecting with God in a creative way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prayer ideas are grouped together so you could use a different one each week or create a variety of prayer stations with a similar theme. I particularly like that many of them use nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first, I was disappointed the strapline didn't mention families, but the activities are all written for those organising prayer times for a group, and it's hard to make the text work for people doing things in a family and a group (I've tried!). If I was planning to make take-home packs, I'd be tempted to shorten the instruction text, maybe picking one or two of the suggestions for reflection to make it quicker to read and get on to actually praying. I find families tend to have less time to read instructions, and things which are 'good to go' are best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs I said above, it's a shame there's no pictures, especially as the author says she's used lots of the activities herself. It would be fab to have a colour photo of each activity, but that would be a pricey book I guess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Victoria Beech in her blog GodVenture\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e_____________________________________________\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:25:29+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:25:31+00:00","vendor":"Claire Daniel","type":"Paperback","tags":["For churches","Group reading","Jan-19","Kindle","Prayer"],"price":999,"price_min":999,"price_max":999,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21770194681956,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857466730","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"80 Reflective Prayer Ideas: A creative resource for church and group use - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":999,"weight":254,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857466730"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466730-l.jpg?v=1559576089"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466730-l.jpg?v=1559576089","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3271241859211,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.705,"height":600,"width":423,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466730-l.jpg?v=1570104537"},"aspect_ratio":0.705,"height":600,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466730-l.jpg?v=1570104537","width":423}],"content":"\u003cp\u003ePrayer remains a vital part of Christian discipleship. Following the success of the author's 80 Creative Prayer Ideas, this ready-to-use resource book contains 80 further ideas on setting up reflective and creative prayer stations or responses. Claire Daniel shows us how to pray with our whole being - our senses as well as our voice, our hearts as much as our minds. Tried and tested, these ideas will enhance the praying of small groups, churches and individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaire Daniels' book not only offers us a wide variety of ways to engage with God, but opens up experiences that ignite our senses and help us step right into an enhanced understanding of God and of our journey with him.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Rachel Turner, Parenting for Faith Pioneer \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a book that is so needed in our word filled world!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Jane Holloway, World Prayer Centre, Birmingham\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaire Daniel is author of 80 Creative Prayer Ideas and Prayer Journey into Parenthood. She is passionate about encouraging others to use creative prayer methods and speaks at conferences and leads workshops on the subject of prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGodVenture blog: review by Victoria Beech, February 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for: people organising prayer in any group setting, including those wanting to inspire family prayers at home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest bit: Loads of simple, creative ideas for reflective prayer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorst bit: No pictures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instructions for the prayer activities are simple and easy to follow, and most activities need minimal resources, which is fab. If you're a church leader or childrens' worker or anyone who plans times of prayer for a group of people, the ideas in this book are simple and easy to do and, with a little preparation, you could create take-home versions to inspire family prayer at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI didn't feel the activities were age-limited, which is great, as it means they could be used in a toddler group or an all-age service, giving everyone a way of connecting with God in a creative way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prayer ideas are grouped together so you could use a different one each week or create a variety of prayer stations with a similar theme. I particularly like that many of them use nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first, I was disappointed the strapline didn't mention families, but the activities are all written for those organising prayer times for a group, and it's hard to make the text work for people doing things in a family and a group (I've tried!). If I was planning to make take-home packs, I'd be tempted to shorten the instruction text, maybe picking one or two of the suggestions for reflection to make it quicker to read and get on to actually praying. I find families tend to have less time to read instructions, and things which are 'good to go' are best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs I said above, it's a shame there's no pictures, especially as the author says she's used lots of the activities herself. It would be fab to have a colour photo of each activity, but that would be a pricey book I guess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Victoria Beech in her blog GodVenture\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e_____________________________________________\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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Full of nuggets and practical insights it will help your children to connect with God as an overflow of a growing relationship with Him. It should be found on every Christian parent's bookshelf. Olly Goldenberg, Children Can\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtract from review by Lucy Rycroft in her blog: 'Desertmum - Pursuing discipleship through the haze of early parenting', 30.11.18\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have been reading an excellent book ... which I'm delighted to share with you today. 'Parenting Children for a Life of Faith', by Rachel Turner, has been around for a few years, along with its sequels 'Parenting Children for a Life of Purpose' and 'Parenting Children for a Life of Confidence'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut in October, BRF brought out 'Parenting Children for a Life of Faith (Omnibus Edition)' which comprises all three books, and it is this book which I've had the pleasure to read and now share with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a pretty hefty tome, containing three books, but there's no need to be daunted. All the chapters are short and extremely readable. Rachel Turner has a very accessible style, with plenty of stories and examples to bring her points to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's also very possible to dip into different chapters (as I've been doing for this review). I would recommend reading it from start to finish (as I intend to in more depth, over the coming months), because Rachel introduces frameworks and patterns which she then refers to in subsequent chapters - but you can find plenty to inspire you if you only have time to dip into a chapter now and then.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat struck me about this book was just how much I need it. After nine years of parenting, I feel I am only just scratching the surface in terms of understanding how my kids respond to events, and how I respond to them, and how that may or may not be affecting them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, I'd go as far as to say that just when I think I've got parenting all wrapped up, at least one of my kids moves into a new 'phase', and the whole thing needs rethinking again. I'll be honest and say that, just right now, I'm feeling pretty negative about my ability to nurture the four precious souls God has given me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo I need this book. And maybe you do too. As intentional as I am about my parenting, this book opened my mind to so much that I'd never even considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, I'd never thought before about the wrong views of God that my children might have picked up, and how to re-align them. I'd kind of assumed, rather arrogantly, that we were teaching them all the Right Stuff. But we're sinful - they hear our words, and they see our actions, and these don't always match up. And then there's all the stuff they're hearing from school and church and the media. All in all, that can make for a pretty confusing idea of who God is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother idea that I picked up, and started to put into practice immediately, is encouraging our kids to 'chat' to God, rather than follow the rather formulaic (and, if you think about it, non-relational) 'thank you - please - sorry' model. As Rachel points out, these are all essential words to use too. Any strong marriage features them in its communication: but if that was all I said to my husband, we wouldn't have a very close relationship at all! Likewise, our relationship with God can be more 'chatty', and maybe this starts more of a genuine and personal connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese ideas came from the first of the trilogy of books contained in this omnibus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the second book, 'Parenting Children for a Life of Purpose', offers great brain fodder too - specifically on the idea of nurturing our children into using the gifts God has given them - both practical and spiritual, so that they are aware from an early age of their place in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe third book, 'Parenting Children for a Life of Confidence', might sound a little 'self-help' in theme, but the very first chapter reveals that it's anything but.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to the world's idea that we should be confident because we are awesomely wonderful - or the incorrect 'Christian' theology that we should be confident because God made us and we're awesomely wonderful - Rachel outlines that we should be confident because we trust in God - in other words, our confidence is in Him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rest of the book goes into more detail, and no tricky area is avoided: peer pressure, bullying, body image, competition. All the areas which might shake a child's confidence, Rachel calls out with truth and boldness, giving us helpful and practical ideas on how to handle these situations with grace and Biblical promises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing I particularly appreciated about all three titles was the helpful way Rachel reduces concepts to simple frameworks which are easy to remember. That's not all there is - Rachel expands on these throughout each book - but for a tired and busy parent, it's good to have short, memorable phrases to pull out when we need them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the book there's an extensive collection of FAQs, including how to disciple a child if your partner is not a believer, how to nurture the faith of a child who doesn't like to read, and how to encourage children to exercise spiritual gifts. No stone has been left unturned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, just to recap, this is THREE BOOKS IN ONE. Don't be put off by the size: it can easily be read one book at a time, or even one or two chapters at a time. Rachel Turner's style is endearing, easy-to-read, challenging and helpful. She is a parent and children's worker of many years' experience, so she sees the full picture of kids and their developing faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParenting Children for a Life of Faith would make a fabulous Christmas present for a Christian mum or dad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lucyrycroft.com\/2018\/11\/29\/parenting-children-for-a-life-of-faith-review-and-giveaway\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e for full blog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransforming Ministry, April 2020. 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Full of nuggets and practical insights it will help your children to connect with God as an overflow of a growing relationship with Him. It should be found on every Christian parent's bookshelf. Olly Goldenberg, Children Can\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtract from review by Lucy Rycroft in her blog: 'Desertmum - Pursuing discipleship through the haze of early parenting', 30.11.18\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have been reading an excellent book ... which I'm delighted to share with you today. 'Parenting Children for a Life of Faith', by Rachel Turner, has been around for a few years, along with its sequels 'Parenting Children for a Life of Purpose' and 'Parenting Children for a Life of Confidence'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut in October, BRF brought out 'Parenting Children for a Life of Faith (Omnibus Edition)' which comprises all three books, and it is this book which I've had the pleasure to read and now share with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a pretty hefty tome, containing three books, but there's no need to be daunted. All the chapters are short and extremely readable. Rachel Turner has a very accessible style, with plenty of stories and examples to bring her points to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's also very possible to dip into different chapters (as I've been doing for this review). I would recommend reading it from start to finish (as I intend to in more depth, over the coming months), because Rachel introduces frameworks and patterns which she then refers to in subsequent chapters - but you can find plenty to inspire you if you only have time to dip into a chapter now and then.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat struck me about this book was just how much I need it. After nine years of parenting, I feel I am only just scratching the surface in terms of understanding how my kids respond to events, and how I respond to them, and how that may or may not be affecting them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, I'd go as far as to say that just when I think I've got parenting all wrapped up, at least one of my kids moves into a new 'phase', and the whole thing needs rethinking again. I'll be honest and say that, just right now, I'm feeling pretty negative about my ability to nurture the four precious souls God has given me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo I need this book. And maybe you do too. As intentional as I am about my parenting, this book opened my mind to so much that I'd never even considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, I'd never thought before about the wrong views of God that my children might have picked up, and how to re-align them. I'd kind of assumed, rather arrogantly, that we were teaching them all the Right Stuff. But we're sinful - they hear our words, and they see our actions, and these don't always match up. And then there's all the stuff they're hearing from school and church and the media. All in all, that can make for a pretty confusing idea of who God is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother idea that I picked up, and started to put into practice immediately, is encouraging our kids to 'chat' to God, rather than follow the rather formulaic (and, if you think about it, non-relational) 'thank you - please - sorry' model. As Rachel points out, these are all essential words to use too. Any strong marriage features them in its communication: but if that was all I said to my husband, we wouldn't have a very close relationship at all! Likewise, our relationship with God can be more 'chatty', and maybe this starts more of a genuine and personal connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese ideas came from the first of the trilogy of books contained in this omnibus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the second book, 'Parenting Children for a Life of Purpose', offers great brain fodder too - specifically on the idea of nurturing our children into using the gifts God has given them - both practical and spiritual, so that they are aware from an early age of their place in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe third book, 'Parenting Children for a Life of Confidence', might sound a little 'self-help' in theme, but the very first chapter reveals that it's anything but.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to the world's idea that we should be confident because we are awesomely wonderful - or the incorrect 'Christian' theology that we should be confident because God made us and we're awesomely wonderful - Rachel outlines that we should be confident because we trust in God - in other words, our confidence is in Him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rest of the book goes into more detail, and no tricky area is avoided: peer pressure, bullying, body image, competition. All the areas which might shake a child's confidence, Rachel calls out with truth and boldness, giving us helpful and practical ideas on how to handle these situations with grace and Biblical promises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing I particularly appreciated about all three titles was the helpful way Rachel reduces concepts to simple frameworks which are easy to remember. That's not all there is - Rachel expands on these throughout each book - but for a tired and busy parent, it's good to have short, memorable phrases to pull out when we need them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the book there's an extensive collection of FAQs, including how to disciple a child if your partner is not a believer, how to nurture the faith of a child who doesn't like to read, and how to encourage children to exercise spiritual gifts. No stone has been left unturned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, just to recap, this is THREE BOOKS IN ONE. Don't be put off by the size: it can easily be read one book at a time, or even one or two chapters at a time. Rachel Turner's style is endearing, easy-to-read, challenging and helpful. She is a parent and children's worker of many years' experience, so she sees the full picture of kids and their developing faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParenting Children for a Life of Faith would make a fabulous Christmas present for a Christian mum or dad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lucyrycroft.com\/2018\/11\/29\/parenting-children-for-a-life-of-faith-review-and-giveaway\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e for full blog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransforming Ministry, April 2020. Review by Veronica Bright\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRachel Turner sets out to empower, inspire and assist Christian parents to guide and help their children develop a lasting and vibrant two-way relationship with God. The book consists of three sections. [nb: this is an omnibus edition of three previous titles]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the first, \u003cem\u003eParenting children for a life of faith\u003c\/em\u003e, Turner says, ‘What gets missed out most often in our retelling of Bible stories is God’s relationship with people within the story.’ She stresses the importance of relationships, and suggests ways parents can help children to ‘chat’ to God and ‘catch’ his messages. The second section, \u003cem\u003eParenting children for a life of \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003epurpose\u003c\/em\u003e, explores how Christian parents can equip their children with confidence, helping them live compassionately and courageously, understanding the power of love. The third section, \u003cem\u003eParenting children for a life of confidence\u003c\/em\u003e, helps the reader to understand and shape their children’s attitude to life. There are ‘evangelical’ clichés in the text, and there is a tendency to take all Bible stories literally, which would not suit everybody. However, this book could be a great help to people where the whole family is Christian. The book is part of a Bible Reading Fellowship initiative, and links with a free video course \u003cem\u003eParenting for Faith\u003c\/em\u003e, found at www.parentingforfaith.org.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Veronica Bright \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}
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She has titled her notes: 'All human life is here: finding ourselves in the psalms'. While we human beings come in many shapes and sizes, with different gifts, experiences and backgrounds, we all experience the same range of emotions: hope, joy despair, anger, hatred, fear, worry, peace, turmoil, confusion, love - and many, many more. How wonderful, then, to come to the scriptures and find them all there and to discover that God understands how these emotions impact on us and on our relationship with him. We are often shaken by our negative emotions, but he is the immoveable 'rock' beneath us, keeping us safe. We all have our mountain top and valley experiences, sometimes one following the other with unnerving rapidity - but Christine Platt shows us that the Lord is there in both, never leaving our side. And when we visit Daniel with Katy Jack, we know that this is true even in the most extreme of circumstances. If only, through these readings, we could learn to trust him more for our own lives!,\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAli: In between the mountain and the valley is that ordinary, everyday time which is where we spend the vast majority of our life. Do you have a favourite cup to have your morning tea in (I do!) or a particular way of loading the dishwasher? My dad always reloads the dishwasher the right way before switching it on - which is fortunate, because on one occasion my mum had carefully packed her iPad into the plate-stacking area! We don't always think of these ordinary actions and items as great opportunities to pray, but in her fortnight of 'Praying the ordinary', Jill takes us through some ways of connecting with God in the most humdrum parts of our lives. As we head together towards the 'mountain' experience of the Christmas season, we pray every blessing on you as you celebrate and think anew on the miracle of 'Immanuel', God with us.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJill Rattle and Ali Herbert\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eIn this issue:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll human life is here: finding ourselves in the psalms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSara Batts\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1-8 September\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur creative God and his creative children\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBridget Plass\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e9-15 September\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 and 2 Timothy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCTracy Williamson\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e16-29 September\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraying the ordinary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJill Rattle\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e30 September-13 October\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMountains and valleys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eChristine Platt\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e14-27 October\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaniel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eKaty Jack\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e28 October-10 November\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatthew's Gospel: Jesus Teaches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnne Calver\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e11-24 November\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe proverbial woman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMichele D. Morrison\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e25 November-8 December\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHope at advent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLyndall Bywater\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e9-22 December\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJourneys of faith\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJean Watson\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e23-31 December\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the contributors in this issue:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSara Batts\u003c\/strong\u003e was a specialist librarian, and is now a curate in the East London part of the diocese of Chelmsford. Sara blogs at www.sarabatts.co.uk. She lives with a dog and hosts a cat.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridget Plass\u003c\/strong\u003e trained as an actress and has also worked as a secondary school teacher, residential social worker and a facilitator of women's groups. 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All the contributors are women and write from a woman's perspective. The entries for each day contain a suggested Bible reading, with the key verse written out in full, a helpful comment that engages heart and mind and a short reflection or prayer. The regular team of contributors are all excellent writers. Whatever your current situation in life, you will be inspired and encouraged by these notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Editors write\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eJill: It's great to welcome new writers to Day by Day with God to join our familiar contributors. This issue opens with a beautiful set of notes from Book 1 of the Psalms by the Rev Dr Sara Batts. She has titled her notes: 'All human life is here: finding ourselves in the psalms'. 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{"id":2439812153444,"title":"Day by Day with God May-August 2018: Rooting women's lives in the Bible","handle":"day-by-day-with-god-may-august-2018-rooting-womens-lives-in-the-bible","description":"\u003cp\u003eDay by Day with God are Bible reading notes specifically written for women. All the contributors are women and write from a woman's perspective. The entries for each day contain a suggested Bible reading, with the key verse written out in full, a helpful comment that engages heart and mind and a short reflection or prayer. The regular team of contributors are all excellent writers. Whatever your current situation in life, you will be inspired and encouraged by these notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Editors write\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eRecently, I went with my husband to see a film based on the book The Shack by W. Paul Young. The novel is based around a man's suffering after his child is abducted and killed. The story, however, does not dwell on the painful details of the tragedy, but explores what happens when 'Mack' has a letter from God inviting him to come and spend a weekend away with him. Mack, a white American man, reluctantly agrees and is shocked to find God represented by a motherly black woman ('Papa' - Father God), a shimmering, Asian woman ('Sarayu' - the Holy Spirit) and a smiling man of Middle Eastern appearance (Jesus). The majority of the story is based around the Trinity's joyful relationship and the emotional healing Mack is given through their understanding and love.\u003cbr\u003eTheologically, the book raises plenty of questions, as must any story that attempts to look into the character of our mysterious God. However, it offers an intriguing, fresh perspective. It draws us into the idea of the love relationship between the persons of our Trinitarian God - and the relationship we might have too.\u003cbr\u003eI enjoyed watching the film but found that for the last half hour, while I sat enjoying the ideas and images in front of me, next to me my husband Nick was sobbing quietly. The suffering of the child's father and the healing, kind, gentle presence of the heavenly 'Father' had moved him beyond words. It reminded me that we all have different responses at different times to our God - Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Sometimes our relationship feels easy and joyful, and sometimes it feels distant and merely dutiful. At other times, we can be moved to tears, overwhelmed by the constant love of our Father the comforter and counsellor, the one who knows us better than anyone else in the whole world and who promises to be with us always and calls us to come home to him.\u003cbr\u003eThis season of notes looks at the work of the Trinity, through history and in our lives, particularly as we explore Father in Abraham's 'school of faith' with Jennifer Rees Larcombe, keep step with the Spirit with Fiona Barnard and reflect on Jesus' parables with Lyndall Bywater. As you spend time each day, think about your own response to God, and allow yourself to become more aware of his constant, loving presence with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAli Herbert\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eIn this issue:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChanging your mind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eChristine Leonard\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1-12 May\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalking each other home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMichele D. Morrison\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e13-26 May\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first letter to the Corinthians\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eChine McDonald\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e27 May-9 June\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe work of the Holy Spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFiona Barnard\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e10-23 June\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn's letters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAli Herbert\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e24 June-7 July\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLyndall Bywater\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e8-21 July\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe school of faith: Abraham\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJennifer Rees Larcombe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e22 July-4 August\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeter: the man and his writings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiana Archer\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e5-18 August\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'To the church': the book of Revelation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSheila Jacobs\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e19-31 August\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the contributors in this issue:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristine Leonard\u003c\/strong\u003e lives in Surrey with her husband, who has recently retired. They have two young grandchildren and Chris remains busy leading creative writing courses and holidays. She has had a total of 21 books published.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichele D. Morrison\u003c\/strong\u003e loves to write, and is working on a fourth book. She has been a regular contributor to Woman Alive. Michele edits her church magazine, runs a small Bed and Breakfast and blogs at tearsamidthealiencorn.blogspot.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChine McDonald\u003c\/strong\u003e is head of Christian Influence and Engagement at World Vision UK, a trustee of the Sophia Network, Church and Media network and the author of Am I Beautiful?, a book exploring body image and faith among Christian women.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiona Barnard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a TEFL\/ESOL teacher and staff member of Friends International. She works with international students, encouraging local Christians to reach out in friendship and evangelism to make disciples.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAli Herbert\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the pastors at St Luke's Gas Street, Birmingham, and is studying for ordination at St Mellitus in London.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLyndall Bywater\u003c\/strong\u003e is married to Phil and lives in Canterbury. She is a freelance writer and speaker, and her favourite subject is prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJennifer Rees Larcombe\u003c\/strong\u003e runs Beauty from Ashes, an organisation that supports people adjusting to bereavement and trauma.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiana Archer\u003c\/strong\u003e is an educator, writer and speaker with a theological background. 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All the contributors are women and write from a woman's perspective. The entries for each day contain a suggested Bible reading, with the key verse written out in full, a helpful comment that engages heart and mind and a short reflection or prayer. The regular team of contributors are all excellent writers. Whatever your current situation in life, you will be inspired and encouraged by these notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Editors write\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eRecently, I went with my husband to see a film based on the book The Shack by W. Paul Young. The novel is based around a man's suffering after his child is abducted and killed. The story, however, does not dwell on the painful details of the tragedy, but explores what happens when 'Mack' has a letter from God inviting him to come and spend a weekend away with him. Mack, a white American man, reluctantly agrees and is shocked to find God represented by a motherly black woman ('Papa' - Father God), a shimmering, Asian woman ('Sarayu' - the Holy Spirit) and a smiling man of Middle Eastern appearance (Jesus). The majority of the story is based around the Trinity's joyful relationship and the emotional healing Mack is given through their understanding and love.\u003cbr\u003eTheologically, the book raises plenty of questions, as must any story that attempts to look into the character of our mysterious God. However, it offers an intriguing, fresh perspective. It draws us into the idea of the love relationship between the persons of our Trinitarian God - and the relationship we might have too.\u003cbr\u003eI enjoyed watching the film but found that for the last half hour, while I sat enjoying the ideas and images in front of me, next to me my husband Nick was sobbing quietly. The suffering of the child's father and the healing, kind, gentle presence of the heavenly 'Father' had moved him beyond words. It reminded me that we all have different responses at different times to our God - Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Sometimes our relationship feels easy and joyful, and sometimes it feels distant and merely dutiful. At other times, we can be moved to tears, overwhelmed by the constant love of our Father the comforter and counsellor, the one who knows us better than anyone else in the whole world and who promises to be with us always and calls us to come home to him.\u003cbr\u003eThis season of notes looks at the work of the Trinity, through history and in our lives, particularly as we explore Father in Abraham's 'school of faith' with Jennifer Rees Larcombe, keep step with the Spirit with Fiona Barnard and reflect on Jesus' parables with Lyndall Bywater. As you spend time each day, think about your own response to God, and allow yourself to become more aware of his constant, loving presence with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAli Herbert\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eIn this issue:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChanging your mind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eChristine Leonard\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1-12 May\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalking each other home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMichele D. Morrison\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e13-26 May\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first letter to the Corinthians\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eChine McDonald\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e27 May-9 June\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe work of the Holy Spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFiona Barnard\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e10-23 June\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn's letters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAli Herbert\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e24 June-7 July\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLyndall Bywater\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e8-21 July\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe school of faith: Abraham\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJennifer Rees Larcombe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e22 July-4 August\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeter: the man and his writings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiana Archer\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e5-18 August\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'To the church': the book of Revelation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSheila Jacobs\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e19-31 August\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the contributors in this issue:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristine Leonard\u003c\/strong\u003e lives in Surrey with her husband, who has recently retired. They have two young grandchildren and Chris remains busy leading creative writing courses and holidays. She has had a total of 21 books published.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichele D. Morrison\u003c\/strong\u003e loves to write, and is working on a fourth book. She has been a regular contributor to Woman Alive. Michele edits her church magazine, runs a small Bed and Breakfast and blogs at tearsamidthealiencorn.blogspot.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChine McDonald\u003c\/strong\u003e is head of Christian Influence and Engagement at World Vision UK, a trustee of the Sophia Network, Church and Media network and the author of Am I Beautiful?, a book exploring body image and faith among Christian women.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiona Barnard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a TEFL\/ESOL teacher and staff member of Friends International. She works with international students, encouraging local Christians to reach out in friendship and evangelism to make disciples.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAli Herbert\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the pastors at St Luke's Gas Street, Birmingham, and is studying for ordination at St Mellitus in London.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLyndall Bywater\u003c\/strong\u003e is married to Phil and lives in Canterbury. She is a freelance writer and speaker, and her favourite subject is prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJennifer Rees Larcombe\u003c\/strong\u003e runs Beauty from Ashes, an organisation that supports people adjusting to bereavement and trauma.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiana Archer\u003c\/strong\u003e is an educator, writer and speaker with a theological background. Family experience of eating disorders led to the charity tastelifeuk, which trains people to run a university accredited community course offering both those with eating disorders, and their supporters, hope and tools for recovery (www.tastelifeuk.org). She also works for the CPAS leadership team.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheila Jacobs\u003c\/strong\u003e is a writer, editor and award-winning author of eleven novels, including Watchers. She has also written non-fiction (Insight into Forgiveness with Ron Kallmier). Single, she lives in rural north Essex, and attends an Elim church where she is involved in evangelism and leads a house group.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAli Herbert is a freelance writer and musician who also works part-time as a church communications manager.\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n"}
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{"id":2439811661924,"title":"Day by Day with God January-April 2018: Rooting women's lives in the Bible","handle":"day-by-day-with-god-january-april-2018-rooting-womens-lives-in-the-bible","description":"\u003cp\u003eDay by Day with God are Bible reading notes specifically written for women. All the contributors are women and write from a woman's perspective. The entries for each day contain a suggested Bible reading, with the key verse written out in full, a helpful comment that engages heart and mind and a short reflection or prayer. The regular team of contributors are all excellent writers. Whatever your current situation in life, you will be inspired and encouraged by these notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Editors write\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJill:\u003c\/strong\u003e I've recently read \u003cem\u003eEat This Book: The art of spiritual reading\u003c\/em\u003e (Hodder \u0026amp; Stoughton, 2008) by Eugene H. Peterson (author of \u003cem\u003eThe Message\u003c\/em\u003e). The title comes from Revelation 10:9, where the angel holds a scroll in his hand and urges John to 'take it and eat it'. In his book Peterson urges Christians to 'consume', 'chew', 'savour' and 'digest' the scriptures, allowing the glorious revelation of God to transform us more and more into the image of Jesus. And this amazing 'meal' includes the tougher bits, not just those that are easy to swallow.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSo, in this issue, we've set ourselves the challenge to 'consume' a couple of the harder books of the Bible. Near the beginning and at the end, Rosemary Green opens up for us the letter to the Hebrews. This is a section of the New Testament that some of us bypass as rather too difficult. And yet, as Rosemary shows us, if we are prepared to engage with it, we will understand more of who Jesus is and increase our wonder at having a relationship with him.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn April, Amy Boucher Pye takes us through the Old Testament book of Zechariah and shows us how God redeems and restores his people - a foretaste and a foretelling of the saving work of Jesus.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no doubt what the outcome of us consuming, chewing, savouring and digesting the scriptures will be - we will be changed!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAli:\u003c\/strong\u003e To help us continue the theme of pressing into the Bible and discovering what it means for our lives, we are delighted to welcome Tania Vaughan and Esther Kuku as new writers.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn January, Tania explores how we can be hungry to read the Bible - and whets our appetite for the blessings we receive as we do. A little later on, in March, Esther looks at how we might spread some of that delight, nourishment and good news to those with whom we share our lives: our families, churches and communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAs we begin the new year and fill up with the goodness of scripture, maybe we could cultivate an 'attitude of gratitude' using the children'smealtime prayer: 'For every cup and plateful, dear Lord we're very grateful!'\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cem\u003eJill Rattle and \u003c\/em\u003eAli Herbert\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eIn this issue:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolutions - the ten commandments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiana Archer\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1-13 January\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReading the Bible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eTania Vaughan\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e14-20 January\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLetter to the Hebrews (part 1)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRosemary Green\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e21 January-3 February\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChurch as family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBex Lewis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4-17 February\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscipleship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eVictoria Byrne\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e18 February-3 March\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMission: sharing the good news\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eEsther Kuku\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4-10 March\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNehemiah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eClaire Musters\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e11-24 March\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster people\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCathy Madavan\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e25 March-7 April\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZechariah - the people's return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmy Boucher Pye\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8-21 April\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLetter to the Hebrews (part 2)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRosemary Green\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e22-30 April\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the contributors in this issue:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiana Archer\u003c\/em\u003e works as a freelance writer, editor and trainer. She runs Tastelife (\u003ca title=\"www.tastelifeuk.org\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tastelifeuk.org\" rel=\"external\"\u003ewww.tastelifeuk.org\u003c\/a\u003e), a charity set up to help people break free from eating disorders. Tastelife trains people to run a community course, which gives sufferers from eating disorders, and their supporters, hope and tools for recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTania Vaughan\u003c\/strong\u003e is a teacher of God's word. She is passionate about helping women go deeper with God. Tania shares her battle with depression and destructive relationships on her website, \u003ca title=\"www.taniavaughan.com\" href=\"http:\/\/www.taniavaughan.com\" rel=\"external\"\u003ewww.taniavaughan.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosemary Green\u003c\/strong\u003e has four adult offspring and 14 grandchildren, aged between 30 and eleven. She and her husband live in Abingdon, where she is involved in ministry among seniors in her local church.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBex Lewis\u003c\/strong\u003e is a southerner 'up north' as Senior Lecturer in Digital Marketing at Manchester Metropolitan University. She is passionate about helping people engage with the digital age in a positive way, and is the author of \u003cem\u003eRaising Children in a Digital Age: Enjoying the best and avoiding the worst\u003c\/em\u003e (Lion Hudson, 2014).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictoria Byrne\u003c\/strong\u003e serves on church healing teams and loves encouraging others. She is married and works on the pastoral staff at her Twickenham church. She writes and blogs regularly on life and faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEsther Kuku\u003c\/strong\u003e has a career in broadcast journalism and PR that spans 20 years. She is married with four children, including two stepchildren. On Saturday mornings, Esther presents\u003cem\u003e The Family Hour\u003c\/em\u003e on the radio station Premier Gospel.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClaire Musters\u003c\/strong\u003e is an author, a speaker and an editor; she is also a mum, a pastor's wife, a worship leader and a school governor. Claire's passion is to help others draw closer to God. Her latest books include \u003cem\u003eInsight into Burnou\u003c\/em\u003et, cowritten with Chris Ledger (CWR, 2017), and \u003cem\u003eTaking off the Mask: Learning to live authentically\u003c\/em\u003e (Authentic Media, 2017).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCathy Madavan\u003c\/strong\u003e is the author of \u003cem\u003eDigging for Diamonds: Finding treasure in the messiness of life\u003c\/em\u003e (Authentic Media, 2015). She speaks at events across the UK and is part of the Spring Harvest Planning Group. She lives on the south coast with her husband Mark (a church leader) and their two teenage girls.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmy Boucher Pye\u003c\/strong\u003e is the author of \u003ca title=\"The Living Cross\" href=\"\/9780857465122\/\" rel=\"external\"\u003eThe Living Cross: Exploring God's gift of forgiveness and new life\u003c\/a\u003e (BRF, 2016) and the award-winning\u003cem\u003e Finding Myself in Britain: Our search for faith, home \u0026amp; true identity\u003c\/em\u003e (Authentic Media, 2015). She enjoys running the Woman Alive book club and speaking at churches. 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All the contributors are women and write from a woman's perspective. The entries for each day contain a suggested Bible reading, with the key verse written out in full, a helpful comment that engages heart and mind and a short reflection or prayer. The regular team of contributors are all excellent writers. Whatever your current situation in life, you will be inspired and encouraged by these notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Editors write\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJill:\u003c\/strong\u003e I've recently read \u003cem\u003eEat This Book: The art of spiritual reading\u003c\/em\u003e (Hodder \u0026amp; Stoughton, 2008) by Eugene H. Peterson (author of \u003cem\u003eThe Message\u003c\/em\u003e). The title comes from Revelation 10:9, where the angel holds a scroll in his hand and urges John to 'take it and eat it'. In his book Peterson urges Christians to 'consume', 'chew', 'savour' and 'digest' the scriptures, allowing the glorious revelation of God to transform us more and more into the image of Jesus. And this amazing 'meal' includes the tougher bits, not just those that are easy to swallow.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSo, in this issue, we've set ourselves the challenge to 'consume' a couple of the harder books of the Bible. Near the beginning and at the end, Rosemary Green opens up for us the letter to the Hebrews. This is a section of the New Testament that some of us bypass as rather too difficult. And yet, as Rosemary shows us, if we are prepared to engage with it, we will understand more of who Jesus is and increase our wonder at having a relationship with him.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn April, Amy Boucher Pye takes us through the Old Testament book of Zechariah and shows us how God redeems and restores his people - a foretaste and a foretelling of the saving work of Jesus.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no doubt what the outcome of us consuming, chewing, savouring and digesting the scriptures will be - we will be changed!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAli:\u003c\/strong\u003e To help us continue the theme of pressing into the Bible and discovering what it means for our lives, we are delighted to welcome Tania Vaughan and Esther Kuku as new writers.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn January, Tania explores how we can be hungry to read the Bible - and whets our appetite for the blessings we receive as we do. A little later on, in March, Esther looks at how we might spread some of that delight, nourishment and good news to those with whom we share our lives: our families, churches and communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAs we begin the new year and fill up with the goodness of scripture, maybe we could cultivate an 'attitude of gratitude' using the children'smealtime prayer: 'For every cup and plateful, dear Lord we're very grateful!'\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cem\u003eJill Rattle and \u003c\/em\u003eAli Herbert\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eIn this issue:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolutions - the ten commandments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiana Archer\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1-13 January\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReading the Bible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eTania Vaughan\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e14-20 January\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLetter to the Hebrews (part 1)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRosemary Green\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e21 January-3 February\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChurch as family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBex Lewis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4-17 February\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscipleship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eVictoria Byrne\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e18 February-3 March\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMission: sharing the good news\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eEsther Kuku\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4-10 March\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNehemiah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eClaire Musters\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e11-24 March\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster people\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCathy Madavan\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e25 March-7 April\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZechariah - the people's return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmy Boucher Pye\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8-21 April\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLetter to the Hebrews (part 2)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRosemary Green\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e22-30 April\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the contributors in this issue:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiana Archer\u003c\/em\u003e works as a freelance writer, editor and trainer. She runs Tastelife (\u003ca title=\"www.tastelifeuk.org\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tastelifeuk.org\" rel=\"external\"\u003ewww.tastelifeuk.org\u003c\/a\u003e), a charity set up to help people break free from eating disorders. Tastelife trains people to run a community course, which gives sufferers from eating disorders, and their supporters, hope and tools for recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTania Vaughan\u003c\/strong\u003e is a teacher of God's word. She is passionate about helping women go deeper with God. Tania shares her battle with depression and destructive relationships on her website, \u003ca title=\"www.taniavaughan.com\" href=\"http:\/\/www.taniavaughan.com\" rel=\"external\"\u003ewww.taniavaughan.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosemary Green\u003c\/strong\u003e has four adult offspring and 14 grandchildren, aged between 30 and eleven. She and her husband live in Abingdon, where she is involved in ministry among seniors in her local church.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBex Lewis\u003c\/strong\u003e is a southerner 'up north' as Senior Lecturer in Digital Marketing at Manchester Metropolitan University. She is passionate about helping people engage with the digital age in a positive way, and is the author of \u003cem\u003eRaising Children in a Digital Age: Enjoying the best and avoiding the worst\u003c\/em\u003e (Lion Hudson, 2014).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictoria Byrne\u003c\/strong\u003e serves on church healing teams and loves encouraging others. She is married and works on the pastoral staff at her Twickenham church. She writes and blogs regularly on life and faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEsther Kuku\u003c\/strong\u003e has a career in broadcast journalism and PR that spans 20 years. She is married with four children, including two stepchildren. On Saturday mornings, Esther presents\u003cem\u003e The Family Hour\u003c\/em\u003e on the radio station Premier Gospel.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClaire Musters\u003c\/strong\u003e is an author, a speaker and an editor; she is also a mum, a pastor's wife, a worship leader and a school governor. Claire's passion is to help others draw closer to God. Her latest books include \u003cem\u003eInsight into Burnou\u003c\/em\u003et, cowritten with Chris Ledger (CWR, 2017), and \u003cem\u003eTaking off the Mask: Learning to live authentically\u003c\/em\u003e (Authentic Media, 2017).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCathy Madavan\u003c\/strong\u003e is the author of \u003cem\u003eDigging for Diamonds: Finding treasure in the messiness of life\u003c\/em\u003e (Authentic Media, 2015). She speaks at events across the UK and is part of the Spring Harvest Planning Group. She lives on the south coast with her husband Mark (a church leader) and their two teenage girls.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmy Boucher Pye\u003c\/strong\u003e is the author of \u003ca title=\"The Living Cross\" href=\"\/9780857465122\/\" rel=\"external\"\u003eThe Living Cross: Exploring God's gift of forgiveness and new life\u003c\/a\u003e (BRF, 2016) and the award-winning\u003cem\u003e Finding Myself in Britain: Our search for faith, home \u0026amp; true identity\u003c\/em\u003e (Authentic Media, 2015). She enjoys running the Woman Alive book club and speaking at churches. She blogs at \u003ca title=\"www.amyboucherpye.com\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amyboucherpye.com\" rel=\"external\"\u003ewww.amyboucherpye.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAli Herbert is a freelance writer and musician who also works part-time as a church communications manager.\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n"}
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It will help you:\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eto fix your 'mind on things above' despite pressures to\r\nfocus elsewhere,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eto use scripture to empower your discipleship,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eto resist conformity to secular norms,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eto recognise who you are in Jesus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn short, reading this book could be a life-changing encounter!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eContents\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction: discovering relational accompaniment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePart I What's it all about? Addressing the problem\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMirror messages\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e'Apart from you'\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e'Do the Book. 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She has a passion to disciple Christians in their ongoing walk with God.\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:24:27+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:24:28+00:00","vendor":"Anne Le Tissier","type":"Paperback","tags":["Feb-18","Kindle","Pastoral care","Women"],"price":799,"price_min":799,"price_max":799,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21769907699812,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857466358","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"The Mirror That Speaks Back: Looking at, listening to and reflecting your worth in Jesus - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":799,"weight":180,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857466358"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466358-l.jpg?v=1549043129"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466358-l.jpg?v=1549043129","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3238880542859,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.657,"height":650,"width":427,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466358-l.jpg?v=1570098004"},"aspect_ratio":0.657,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466358-l.jpg?v=1570098004","width":427}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eLearn how to engage with God's word, to trust it, to walk in its truth, to see in Jesus your self-esteem.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis book will transform the way you think and release you to fulfil all you were made to be and do in Jesus Christ. It will help you:\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eto fix your 'mind on things above' despite pressures to\r\nfocus elsewhere,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eto use scripture to empower your discipleship,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eto resist conformity to secular norms,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eto recognise who you are in Jesus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn short, reading this book could be a life-changing encounter!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eContents\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction: discovering relational accompaniment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePart I What's it all about? Addressing the problem\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMirror messages\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e'Apart from you'\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e'Do the Book. 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She has a passion to disciple Christians in their ongoing walk with God.\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n"}
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{"id":2439798095972,"title":"Rooted in God's Grace: Dwelling in the knowledge of God","handle":"rooted-in-gods-grace-dwelling-in-the-knowledge-of-god","description":"\u003cp\u003eAre reading the Bible and praying just a part of a to-do list? Is ticking them off each day as much as we can hope for? Hannah Fytche is adamant that it isn't and she suggests that we start by recognising our relationship with God through Jesus Christ - a place of freedom and grace rather than a striving to earn approval by getting things done. Rooted in God's Grace will give you passion and confidence and will embolden you for growing in the knowledge of God creatively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\nHannah invites us to a shaped life: a life which is patterned on the shapes of scripture and liturgy, and on the friendship we discover with fellow pilgrims en route. We call that pilgrimage the church - a dynamic place where we are inspired by our Christian ancestors as well as our contemporary sisters and brothers; a place where, as Hannah puts it, we encounter 'diverse unity, boundless love and risky faith' as we 'remind each other of the grace of Christ'. Extract from Foreword by Revd Dr Jamie Hawkey, Dean of Clare College, Cambridge; Chaplain to The Queen\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHannah Fytche is in her first year of studying theology at university. Over the past four years she has been mentored by Sharon Prior of the Sophia Network (http:\/\/blog.sophianetwork.org.uk), which 'exists to empower and equip women in leadership, and to champion the full equality of women and men in the church.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChurch Times, 1 February 2019. Review by Canon Rowan Williams\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'I'm not an expert in prayer or the bible, just someone who's on the same journey as you.' As I read this engaging little book, the image of the Emmaus road kept returning to me. Writing for young people like her, who are often suspicious of being told what to do or to think, Hannah Fytche does not set out to offer magic solutions, but companionship on the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is, broadly, in two parts: Part I explores\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ewhy\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eit matters that we relate to God in Christ, while Part II focuses on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ehow\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eto build and maintain that relationship through 'rhythms of rootedness' - spiritual disciplines or habits of faithfulness, including bible study, prayer, experiencing creation, silence and rest, belonging to church, and liturgy. Those of us who did not grow up in the Evangelical tradition could learn a great deal from the way in which she communicates her discovery of these key building-blocks of Christian discipleship to others who may be less familiar with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough most of the ideas here are not new in themselves, Fytche presents them in a new way, encouraging others with her youthful energy and enthusiasm to take the risk of discovering a God who transcends all our attempts at labelling. She is disarmingly honest about life's complexity and the imperfections of the church - 'messy' and 'tied up in knots' both recur several times - in a way that will encourage other young Christians to admit their own struggles and find comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFytche is a Master's student in theology at Cambridge, and a potential ordinand. She writes with the directness of the regular blogger: her own blog, createdenough.com, is listed alongside several others in an index at the back, together with suggestions of music and further reading. Each chapter ends with 'headphones time', a practical exercise in prayer or reflection designed to help block out distractions and allow God to speak. In a genre dominated by introverts, it is also refreshing to read an extrovert's take on spirituality and the importance of silence: 'why should we make the effort to love silence when you have Netflix?' Read on and find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Canon Rowan Williams, Precentor of Peterborough Cathedral\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReform October 2018. Review by Diana Paulding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blurb of \u003cem\u003eRooted in God's Grace \u003c\/em\u003eset it up to be little more than a recommendation to pray, read the Bible and go to church. However, the depth and honesty with which Fytche writes, and her biblical knowledge, questioning and growing faith, surprise and humble those who make the proverbial error of judging this book by its cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter focuses on a different way in which one can grow in the knowledge of God. From making the most of silence to finding habits that draw one closer to God day by day, Fytche explores ways in which anybody can root themselves in the love God and allow the subsequent growth to influence their everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe end of each chapter poses a list of questions to encourage the reader to explore themes further, suggesting passages of scripture that can direct one's reflection and prayer. Interspersed between the chapters are anecdotes from Fytche's experiences of God and the Church in her childhood and student life that, whilst not always adding to the messages of the chapters, bring one back to the human and the humanity behind the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumanity and grace is evident throughout the book as Fytche acknowledges the differences between different Christians' understandings, practices and styles of worship. She never belittles or rejects other paths - she makes clear her own opinions and beliefs but highlights the ethos of the book by stating that the only prerequisite of a church is that they 'have at their core the grace of Jesus'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether or not one agrees with all aspects of Fytche's theology, this is a book worth reading for anybody who struggles to make time for God in the everyday. It is a reminder of the ways in which one's understanding can grow and of the rewards that can be reaped when time is made for the peace of God. As a whole, it is an expression of the joy that is to be found when God is placed at the centre of one's life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Diana Paulding, MPhil student in Old Testament at Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWider World: The Bookcase. Autumn 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlending scripture and experience, \u003cem\u003eRooted in God's Grace \u003c\/em\u003eis an engaging exploration of the freedom found in our relationship with God through Christ. Hannah Fytche empowers her readers to explore and grow in their knowledge of God in exciting, creative and imaginative ways. Her 'Headphones Time' sections, found at the end of every chapter, contain questions, ideas and prayer topics to encourage a deeper understanding of God's glory and His love for us. Each chapter also features a suggested 'soundtrack': a song or piece of music that draws together the theme or purpose of the chapter. This is a fantastic book, written by a young person for young people (though not exclusively!).\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:23:42+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:23:43+00:00","vendor":"Hannah Fytche","type":"Paperback","tags":["For individuals","Jun-18","Kindle","Spirituality","Women"],"price":899,"price_min":899,"price_max":899,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21769731539044,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857465870","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"Rooted in God's Grace: Dwelling in the knowledge of God - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":899,"weight":180,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857465870"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465870-l.jpg?v=1549043137"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465870-l.jpg?v=1549043137","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3238879756427,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.655,"height":650,"width":426,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465870-l.jpg?v=1570098004"},"aspect_ratio":0.655,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465870-l.jpg?v=1570098004","width":426}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eAre reading the Bible and praying just a part of a to-do list? Is ticking them off each day as much as we can hope for? Hannah Fytche is adamant that it isn't and she suggests that we start by recognising our relationship with God through Jesus Christ - a place of freedom and grace rather than a striving to earn approval by getting things done. Rooted in God's Grace will give you passion and confidence and will embolden you for growing in the knowledge of God creatively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\nHannah invites us to a shaped life: a life which is patterned on the shapes of scripture and liturgy, and on the friendship we discover with fellow pilgrims en route. We call that pilgrimage the church - a dynamic place where we are inspired by our Christian ancestors as well as our contemporary sisters and brothers; a place where, as Hannah puts it, we encounter 'diverse unity, boundless love and risky faith' as we 'remind each other of the grace of Christ'. Extract from Foreword by Revd Dr Jamie Hawkey, Dean of Clare College, Cambridge; Chaplain to The Queen\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHannah Fytche is in her first year of studying theology at university. Over the past four years she has been mentored by Sharon Prior of the Sophia Network (http:\/\/blog.sophianetwork.org.uk), which 'exists to empower and equip women in leadership, and to champion the full equality of women and men in the church.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChurch Times, 1 February 2019. Review by Canon Rowan Williams\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'I'm not an expert in prayer or the bible, just someone who's on the same journey as you.' As I read this engaging little book, the image of the Emmaus road kept returning to me. Writing for young people like her, who are often suspicious of being told what to do or to think, Hannah Fytche does not set out to offer magic solutions, but companionship on the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is, broadly, in two parts: Part I explores\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ewhy\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eit matters that we relate to God in Christ, while Part II focuses on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ehow\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eto build and maintain that relationship through 'rhythms of rootedness' - spiritual disciplines or habits of faithfulness, including bible study, prayer, experiencing creation, silence and rest, belonging to church, and liturgy. Those of us who did not grow up in the Evangelical tradition could learn a great deal from the way in which she communicates her discovery of these key building-blocks of Christian discipleship to others who may be less familiar with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough most of the ideas here are not new in themselves, Fytche presents them in a new way, encouraging others with her youthful energy and enthusiasm to take the risk of discovering a God who transcends all our attempts at labelling. She is disarmingly honest about life's complexity and the imperfections of the church - 'messy' and 'tied up in knots' both recur several times - in a way that will encourage other young Christians to admit their own struggles and find comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFytche is a Master's student in theology at Cambridge, and a potential ordinand. She writes with the directness of the regular blogger: her own blog, createdenough.com, is listed alongside several others in an index at the back, together with suggestions of music and further reading. Each chapter ends with 'headphones time', a practical exercise in prayer or reflection designed to help block out distractions and allow God to speak. In a genre dominated by introverts, it is also refreshing to read an extrovert's take on spirituality and the importance of silence: 'why should we make the effort to love silence when you have Netflix?' Read on and find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Canon Rowan Williams, Precentor of Peterborough Cathedral\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReform October 2018. Review by Diana Paulding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blurb of \u003cem\u003eRooted in God's Grace \u003c\/em\u003eset it up to be little more than a recommendation to pray, read the Bible and go to church. However, the depth and honesty with which Fytche writes, and her biblical knowledge, questioning and growing faith, surprise and humble those who make the proverbial error of judging this book by its cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter focuses on a different way in which one can grow in the knowledge of God. From making the most of silence to finding habits that draw one closer to God day by day, Fytche explores ways in which anybody can root themselves in the love God and allow the subsequent growth to influence their everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe end of each chapter poses a list of questions to encourage the reader to explore themes further, suggesting passages of scripture that can direct one's reflection and prayer. Interspersed between the chapters are anecdotes from Fytche's experiences of God and the Church in her childhood and student life that, whilst not always adding to the messages of the chapters, bring one back to the human and the humanity behind the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumanity and grace is evident throughout the book as Fytche acknowledges the differences between different Christians' understandings, practices and styles of worship. She never belittles or rejects other paths - she makes clear her own opinions and beliefs but highlights the ethos of the book by stating that the only prerequisite of a church is that they 'have at their core the grace of Jesus'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether or not one agrees with all aspects of Fytche's theology, this is a book worth reading for anybody who struggles to make time for God in the everyday. It is a reminder of the ways in which one's understanding can grow and of the rewards that can be reaped when time is made for the peace of God. As a whole, it is an expression of the joy that is to be found when God is placed at the centre of one's life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Diana Paulding, MPhil student in Old Testament at Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWider World: The Bookcase. Autumn 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlending scripture and experience, \u003cem\u003eRooted in God's Grace \u003c\/em\u003eis an engaging exploration of the freedom found in our relationship with God through Christ. Hannah Fytche empowers her readers to explore and grow in their knowledge of God in exciting, creative and imaginative ways. Her 'Headphones Time' sections, found at the end of every chapter, contain questions, ideas and prayer topics to encourage a deeper understanding of God's glory and His love for us. Each chapter also features a suggested 'soundtrack': a song or piece of music that draws together the theme or purpose of the chapter. This is a fantastic book, written by a young person for young people (though not exclusively!).\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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{"id":2439795015780,"title":"God among the Ruins: Trust and transformation in difficult times","handle":"god-among-the-ruins-trust-and-transformation-in-difficult-times","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do we turn when our world is falling apart?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIt takes courage to hope; to stand in our confusion and grief and still to believe that 'God is not helpless among the ruins'. Guided by Habakkuk and his prophetic landmarks, we are drawn on a reflective journey through the tangled landscape of bewildered faith, through places of wrestling and waiting, and on into the growth space of deepened trust and transformation. As you read, discover for yourself the value and practice of honest prayer, of surrender, of silence and listening, and of irrepressible hoping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eContents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's a long and winding road\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWounded ragings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt wasn't meant to be like this\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon't just do something, sit there!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOf plastic bottles, empty tin cans and trust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the back door to the barn door - and beyond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's in a name?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalking with the wounded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wonder of this book is its searing honesty. Through the lens of her own life-changing loss and learning from Habbakuk's journey through profound pain, Mags helps us see how we might come to trust the goodness of God amidst heart-rending devastation and chaos. This is gentle, biblically-rooted, and carefully crafted wisdom that faces difficult questions and emotions of suffering head on yet persists in seeking God amongst it all. This is wisdom that has been lived. I trust that many might discover this book.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Tracy Cotterell, London Institute for Contemporary Christianity \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn 9\/11 when I saw the Twin Towers in New York, one after the other, pancake to the ground in a deafening explosion of devastation and heart-wrenching tragedy, it was hard to imagine God among those ruins. When I walked beside a couple whose only child had died at 10 months on Thanksgiving Day, they found it hard to imagine a God among their ruins. When my own hopes and dreams collapsed after trying everything imaginable to keep them alive, I too struggled with finding God in the ruins. In this beautifully written book and with a careful study of Habakkuk, Duggan unfolds the story of her own journey through haunting loss to the transforming comfort of God. So if you have struggled with believing in a loving God when your own world collapses, this book will serve you well. It certainly guided and helped me. Dr.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e MaryKate Morse, professor, author and spiritual director \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf only I had had this book when I looked for help with my own experience of deep and all-pervading disappointment with God in 1983 and could find nothing written on the subject! An interaction with the words of the Old Testament prophet Habakkuk based on Mags's own devastation, it is totally authentic in declaring the pain each of them went through and the ways in which they related to God in and through it. It is totally practical as well in offering guidance through activities that help one to recognise one's own difficulties and bring them before God. And, through it all, no matter how horrible the circumstances and the experience, Emmanuel, the God who is with us. It is wonderful to have such a resource available to those who are going through pain and anger with God.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Dr Colin Bulley, Pioneers UK, Member Care Consultant, Spiritual Director \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI was eagerly anticipating the release of 'God Among The Ruins', having sat under Mags Duggan's teaching on a number of occasions, and I was not disappointed. Although the book was birthed in the author's own journey of suffering, that does not become the main focus. Each chapter gently and compassionately brings the reader to God Himself through the faith journey of Habakkuk. Mags has not avoided the problems that suffering brings, nor has she offered trite answers where there are none. Rather she helps us learn to walk with the questions as we move towards God. The practical reflections suggested at the end of each chapter are so helpful for readers wanting to apply the truths they are encountering. So helpful. So good.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Valerie Murphy, Coordinator of Women's Bible Teaching Ministry, Crescent Church Belfast, Retreat Leader, Bible Teacher \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncisively yet simply written, there are lessons for us all, not just those who have suffered grief or earthquake.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Revd Canon Dr Steve Davie, Principal of the Bradford Hub of the Leeds School of Ministry \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMags Duggan has worked with the Navigators for 35 years, many of these as a cross-cultural missionary in East Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan. More recently, she was on the faculty of Redcliffe College, Gloucester, where she lectured in two areas she is passionate about: Spiritual Formation and Soul Care. Currently, she is engaged in providing spiritual nurture and pastoral care to a diverse group of cross-cultural missionaries and ministry leaders, both here in the UK and around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader, Winter 2018. Review by Howard Rowe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an honest and moving book, with a message for everyone who has struggled or suffered. It is based on the book of Habakkuk, whose short prophecy tells of the prophet's despair, questioning and wrestling with God, and emergence as a wiser, more peaceful person. Duggan tells her own story of despair, questioning, wrestling and her emergence as a wiser, more peaceful person. God Among the Ruins is honest and gently emotive. It is not intended to be a happy story, but it is a tremendously encouraging one. Duggan's chapter on 'Walking with the wounded' is particularly moving. The writing is warm and compelling. It could suit a home group as well as an individual. Each chapter contains simple but practical suggestions to help the reader put the message into practice. It is a book of hope, which nearly everyone would benefit from. I recommend it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Howard Rowe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e_____________________________________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Baptist Times, August 2018. Reviewed by David Stuckey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen I was a lot younger my mum gave me her copy of God in The Slums written by Hugh Redwood in the 1930s. It was not an easy read for a young lad but I have revisited it several times in the intervening years and have come to appreciate its sincerity and its poignancy. It told of finding God's presence in unlikely places, in the midst of trial and tribulation, and at times it could be an achingly poignant read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have come across few accounts of loss and despair over the years to come close to Redwood's image of abiding faith - until now. Mags Duggan has similarly identified God's goodness and guidance in times of trial and torment. 'Trust and transformation in difficult times,' she suggests, as her opening reflection in God Among the Ruins repeats familiar words from Habakkuk: 'Even though ... even here ... Emmanuel'. At times when God seemed distant, when crops failed, when death and devastation abounded, Habakkuk was able to declare 'Yet I will rejoice'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMags gives her readers an achingly personal reflection of coming to terms with the death of her young niece from cancer, and those words she found which resonated with her in these circumstances came from another who clung to his faith in God in harrowing circumstances. The words of Eric Liddell, the Olympic runner and missionary who died in a Japanese prisoner of war camp came to her, 'sparking the hope of healing and new life,' she writes. Liddell had declared 'Circumstances may appear to wreck our lives and God's plans, but God is not helpless among the ruins.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a book to savour, to dip into for comfort and support, to reflect on personal circumstances and to appreciate the rewards of faith and Christian support. And having unwrapped and dissected Habakkuk in many helpful and meaningful ways, the author then reveals that she too was diagnosed with breast cancer on the day she submitted the manuscript for publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a book to make you weep and wonder, as it gives the reader fresh insight not only into living with cancer but also submitting one's life into the caring arms of the Almighty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDavid Stuckey is a journalist and member of Maghull Baptist Church, Merseyside\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Mike Treneer, International President Emeritus, The Navigators (8 March 2018)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many reasons to commend Mags Duggan's beautifully written book 'God Among the Ruins'! I will mention just three:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis meditation on the Old Testament book of Habakkuk in the light of Mags' own experience of grief for her niece, powerfully brings Bible and life together in ways that help us to understand both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMags combines profound insights into some of life's most challenging questions with simple practical suggestions for growing in our relationship with God through them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Mags opens up her own process of grief, she helpfully illustrates and guides us in how we too can 'comfort others with the comfort we too have received from God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Mike Treneer, International President Emeritus, The Navigators.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e_____________________________________________________________________\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:23:29+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:23:31+00:00","vendor":"Mags Duggan","type":"Paperback","tags":["Feb-18","Kindle","Pastoral care","Torch Trust"],"price":899,"price_min":899,"price_max":899,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21769678848100,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857465757","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"God among the Ruins: Trust and transformation in difficult times - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":899,"weight":162,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857465757"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465757-l.jpg?v=1549043139"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465757-l.jpg?v=1549043139","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3238879527051,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.657,"height":650,"width":427,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465757-l.jpg?v=1570098004"},"aspect_ratio":0.657,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465757-l.jpg?v=1570098004","width":427}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do we turn when our world is falling apart?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIt takes courage to hope; to stand in our confusion and grief and still to believe that 'God is not helpless among the ruins'. Guided by Habakkuk and his prophetic landmarks, we are drawn on a reflective journey through the tangled landscape of bewildered faith, through places of wrestling and waiting, and on into the growth space of deepened trust and transformation. As you read, discover for yourself the value and practice of honest prayer, of surrender, of silence and listening, and of irrepressible hoping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eContents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's a long and winding road\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWounded ragings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt wasn't meant to be like this\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon't just do something, sit there!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOf plastic bottles, empty tin cans and trust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the back door to the barn door - and beyond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's in a name?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalking with the wounded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wonder of this book is its searing honesty. Through the lens of her own life-changing loss and learning from Habbakuk's journey through profound pain, Mags helps us see how we might come to trust the goodness of God amidst heart-rending devastation and chaos. This is gentle, biblically-rooted, and carefully crafted wisdom that faces difficult questions and emotions of suffering head on yet persists in seeking God amongst it all. This is wisdom that has been lived. I trust that many might discover this book.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Tracy Cotterell, London Institute for Contemporary Christianity \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn 9\/11 when I saw the Twin Towers in New York, one after the other, pancake to the ground in a deafening explosion of devastation and heart-wrenching tragedy, it was hard to imagine God among those ruins. When I walked beside a couple whose only child had died at 10 months on Thanksgiving Day, they found it hard to imagine a God among their ruins. When my own hopes and dreams collapsed after trying everything imaginable to keep them alive, I too struggled with finding God in the ruins. In this beautifully written book and with a careful study of Habakkuk, Duggan unfolds the story of her own journey through haunting loss to the transforming comfort of God. So if you have struggled with believing in a loving God when your own world collapses, this book will serve you well. It certainly guided and helped me. Dr.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e MaryKate Morse, professor, author and spiritual director \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf only I had had this book when I looked for help with my own experience of deep and all-pervading disappointment with God in 1983 and could find nothing written on the subject! An interaction with the words of the Old Testament prophet Habakkuk based on Mags's own devastation, it is totally authentic in declaring the pain each of them went through and the ways in which they related to God in and through it. It is totally practical as well in offering guidance through activities that help one to recognise one's own difficulties and bring them before God. And, through it all, no matter how horrible the circumstances and the experience, Emmanuel, the God who is with us. It is wonderful to have such a resource available to those who are going through pain and anger with God.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Dr Colin Bulley, Pioneers UK, Member Care Consultant, Spiritual Director \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI was eagerly anticipating the release of 'God Among The Ruins', having sat under Mags Duggan's teaching on a number of occasions, and I was not disappointed. Although the book was birthed in the author's own journey of suffering, that does not become the main focus. Each chapter gently and compassionately brings the reader to God Himself through the faith journey of Habakkuk. Mags has not avoided the problems that suffering brings, nor has she offered trite answers where there are none. Rather she helps us learn to walk with the questions as we move towards God. The practical reflections suggested at the end of each chapter are so helpful for readers wanting to apply the truths they are encountering. So helpful. So good.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Valerie Murphy, Coordinator of Women's Bible Teaching Ministry, Crescent Church Belfast, Retreat Leader, Bible Teacher \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncisively yet simply written, there are lessons for us all, not just those who have suffered grief or earthquake.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Revd Canon Dr Steve Davie, Principal of the Bradford Hub of the Leeds School of Ministry \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMags Duggan has worked with the Navigators for 35 years, many of these as a cross-cultural missionary in East Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan. More recently, she was on the faculty of Redcliffe College, Gloucester, where she lectured in two areas she is passionate about: Spiritual Formation and Soul Care. Currently, she is engaged in providing spiritual nurture and pastoral care to a diverse group of cross-cultural missionaries and ministry leaders, both here in the UK and around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader, Winter 2018. Review by Howard Rowe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an honest and moving book, with a message for everyone who has struggled or suffered. It is based on the book of Habakkuk, whose short prophecy tells of the prophet's despair, questioning and wrestling with God, and emergence as a wiser, more peaceful person. Duggan tells her own story of despair, questioning, wrestling and her emergence as a wiser, more peaceful person. God Among the Ruins is honest and gently emotive. It is not intended to be a happy story, but it is a tremendously encouraging one. Duggan's chapter on 'Walking with the wounded' is particularly moving. The writing is warm and compelling. It could suit a home group as well as an individual. Each chapter contains simple but practical suggestions to help the reader put the message into practice. It is a book of hope, which nearly everyone would benefit from. I recommend it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Howard Rowe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e_____________________________________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Baptist Times, August 2018. Reviewed by David Stuckey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen I was a lot younger my mum gave me her copy of God in The Slums written by Hugh Redwood in the 1930s. It was not an easy read for a young lad but I have revisited it several times in the intervening years and have come to appreciate its sincerity and its poignancy. It told of finding God's presence in unlikely places, in the midst of trial and tribulation, and at times it could be an achingly poignant read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have come across few accounts of loss and despair over the years to come close to Redwood's image of abiding faith - until now. Mags Duggan has similarly identified God's goodness and guidance in times of trial and torment. 'Trust and transformation in difficult times,' she suggests, as her opening reflection in God Among the Ruins repeats familiar words from Habakkuk: 'Even though ... even here ... Emmanuel'. At times when God seemed distant, when crops failed, when death and devastation abounded, Habakkuk was able to declare 'Yet I will rejoice'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMags gives her readers an achingly personal reflection of coming to terms with the death of her young niece from cancer, and those words she found which resonated with her in these circumstances came from another who clung to his faith in God in harrowing circumstances. The words of Eric Liddell, the Olympic runner and missionary who died in a Japanese prisoner of war camp came to her, 'sparking the hope of healing and new life,' she writes. Liddell had declared 'Circumstances may appear to wreck our lives and God's plans, but God is not helpless among the ruins.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a book to savour, to dip into for comfort and support, to reflect on personal circumstances and to appreciate the rewards of faith and Christian support. And having unwrapped and dissected Habakkuk in many helpful and meaningful ways, the author then reveals that she too was diagnosed with breast cancer on the day she submitted the manuscript for publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a book to make you weep and wonder, as it gives the reader fresh insight not only into living with cancer but also submitting one's life into the caring arms of the Almighty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDavid Stuckey is a journalist and member of Maghull Baptist Church, Merseyside\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Mike Treneer, International President Emeritus, The Navigators (8 March 2018)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many reasons to commend Mags Duggan's beautifully written book 'God Among the Ruins'! I will mention just three:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis meditation on the Old Testament book of Habakkuk in the light of Mags' own experience of grief for her niece, powerfully brings Bible and life together in ways that help us to understand both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMags combines profound insights into some of life's most challenging questions with simple practical suggestions for growing in our relationship with God through them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Mags opens up her own process of grief, she helpfully illustrates and guides us in how we too can 'comfort others with the comfort we too have received from God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Mike Treneer, International President Emeritus, The Navigators.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e_____________________________________________________________________\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}
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